FAQ

No, under U.S. federal law, individuals cannot be asked for documentation or papers for their service dogs.

A dog may be disqualified from being a service dog if it exhibits aggressive behavior, lacks proper training, or is not housebroken.

Tennessee law aligns with federal ADA guidelines, allowing service dogs in public places and prohibiting discrimination against handlers.

Police may not ask for documentation or proof of a service dog, but they can ask specific questions to verify the need.

You can prove your dog is a service dog by providing credible verbal assurance, optional identification gear, or documentation from a healthcare provider if required.

No, simply putting a service dog vest on a pet does not make it a legitimate service dog and may be illegal in some jurisdictions.

Not in corpus

Police don't use Kangals because, despite their strength and protective instincts, they are not as trainable or obedient as breeds like German Shepherds.

A Kangal Dog typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on lineage, breeder reputation, and location.

Police do not use Kangals because they are too aggressive, independent, and difficult to train consistently compared to traditional police dog breeds like German Shepherds.