Emotional Support Animals for ADHD

An image of 4.5 stars
4.9 stars
Trusted by 250,000+ pet owners all across the US
Find Out If You Qualify
An image of a security icon
Full refund if your letter doesn’t work
Our Clinicians Specialize in ESA Evaluations for ADHD
Our clinicians are...
Experts in supporting individuals with ADHD, offering compassionate care with your best interests in mind.
Highly skilled in evaluating whether an emotional support animal is the right treatment for your ADHD.
Trusted and loved by over 200,000 pet parents who can now keep their essential emotional support animal by their side.

What are some Common Symptoms of ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health condition affecting millions of people. It often begins in childhood and can continue into adulthood. Symptoms include:

  • Inattention
  • Hyperactivity
  • Impulsiveness
  • Difficulty staying focused
  • Trouble organizing tasks.

If you suspect you have ADHD, it's essential to see a licensed mental health professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Early intervention can significantly improve your quality of life.

A licensed mental health professional is best qualified to diagnose your ADHD.
Mr. Cat   Just now
Find Out If You Qualify

What are Some Effective Coping Methods for ADHD?

There are various strategies to cope with ADHD, including:

  • Medication
  • Therapy
  • Lifestyle changes
  • Assistance animals

Animals, especially emotional support animals (ESAs) and psychiatric service dogs, can be extremely beneficial. These animals provide companionship, reduce stress, and help manage symptoms by creating a sense of routine and responsibility. Psychiatric service dogs are specifically trained to recognize symptoms of your ADHD and perform tasks to help alleviate those symptoms. Emotional support animals on the other hand are not trained, and provide assistance purely through their comforting presence.

It's a good idea to work together with a therapist or LMHP to find the best coping methods for you.
Mr. Cat   Just now
Find Out If You Qualify
How Do Emotional Support Animals Help with ADHD?

Emotional support animals (ESAs) can offer significant benefits to individuals with ADHD. They provide comfort, support, and unconditional love, which can help manage symptoms. ESAs encourage a daily routine, promoting structure and organization. Simply having an ESA by your side can reduce feelings of anxiety and improve focus, making it easier to cope with the challenges of ADHD. Any pet can become an emotional support animal so long as they alleviate a symptom of your mental health condition.

Can You Get an Emotional Support Animal for ADHD?

Yes, ADHD is one of the mental health conditions that qualifies for an emotional support animal. Other conditions include anxiety, depression, PTSD, and many others. To get an ESA, you'll need to consult with a licensed clinician who can confirm that an emotional support animal alleviates one of the symptoms of your your mental health condition. A professional evaluation is necessary (required by law) to ensure that you receive the appropriate support for your condition, and that your need for an emotional support animal is officially documented with an ESA letter.

Find Out If You Qualify

How Can I Get an Emotional Support Animal for My ADHD?

An ESA letter proves your need for an emotional support animal, granting rights like exemption from housing pet restrictions, pet fees, and generally just lets you keep your pet with you. To get one for ADHD, confirm your diagnosis, ensure a pet helps your symptoms, and consult a licensed mental health professional (LMHP) to obtain the necessary letter. Pettable can connect you with an LMHP who can assess your needs and provide the letter if you qualify.

Find Out If You Qualify
Getting Your ESA Letter is Easy

An ESA Letter is an essential document that makes your pet an official emotional support animal. With an ESA letter you can live anywhere with your pet, and are exempt from pet rent, fees, or restrictions. Pettable makes getting an ESA letter simple, heres how it works:

Step 1
Step 1
Quick assessment

Answer a few questions to help us understand your current situation.

Step 2
See a Therapist

Consult with a therapist to get validated for your ESA Letter.

Step 2
Step 3
Step 3
You get your letter

Receive your ESA letter within 24-48 hours of approval

Why Pettable is the Best Online ESA Letter Provider
Money Back Guarantee
Fully Compliant
Top Mental Health 
Professionals
State Coverage
Support
Verified Reviews: 4.9/5
Trust Pilot: 4.7/5
Facebook: 4.6/5
Trust Pilot: 4.7/5
Questions? We got answers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What would count as an emotional support animal?
How do I know if I qualify for an Emotional Support Animal?
What does the ESA process look like at Pettable?
How do I know my letter will work?
Can you confirm that this is legal?
What makes your ESA Letters legitimate?
What happens if my landlord wants to validate that my letter is legitimate?
How long does the process take from start to finish and how quickly will I get my ESA letter?
If I qualify, how would I go about getting an emotional support animal?
Are there benefits to having an Emotional Support Animal?
What is on your ESA letter?
I'm not familiar with the Fair Housing Act – what is it?
Do I need to renew my ESA letter?
How do your consultations work?
To get an ESA Letter, do I have to talk with a mental health professional?
Would an existing pet qualify as an Emotional Support Animal?
Can I qualify multiple pets with the same ESA letter?
My landlord says I can't keep my pet despite having a legitimate ESA letter. What do I do?
What does an ESA Letter let me do?
How does the Money Back Guarantee work?
Are there scams out there I need to be aware of?