State by State
Location-specific guides covering state rules layered on top of the federal ADA, from California to Florida to New York.
Service Dog Rules in Texas: What's Different From Federal ADA
Texas adds criminal penalties for misrepresentation, recognizes service dogs in training, and has unique rules on housing. Here's exactly what changes when you cross the state line.
California Service Dog Laws: Free State Tag + Strong Owner-Training Rights
California has one of the most handler-friendly state legal frameworks. Free service dog tags from your county, strong protections for service dogs in training, and a $1,000 fine for fraud.
Florida's Free Service Dog Tag Program: How to Apply
Florida offers a free state-issued tag through your county tax collector — plus some of the strictest misrepresentation penalties in the country. A practical guide for Sunshine State handlers.
New York Service Dog Guide: Subway, Taxis, and Stronger-Than-Federal Housing
NYC is the test case for how a dense, public-transit-dependent handler navigates ADA. Plus, New York State adds housing protections above and beyond the federal Fair Housing Act.