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Find Out If You Qualify for PSD Letter

Fly Cabin-Ready. Live Anywhere with Your Dog.

One live therapist call gets you ADA handler status and housing protection, a letter delivered within 24 hours.

Housing protected No pet fees, no breed restrictions, any property
Fly in-cabin Fully compliant with ADA & Air Carrier Access Act
Live therapist call Real clinical evaluation, never just a form
State-licensed therapists Credentialed and verified in your state
HUD, ADA & HIPAA Compliant Letter signed and delivered within 24 hours*

*CA, AR, IA, LA, MT: 30-day turnaround required by state law. Evaluation begins today.

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How can we help you live better with your pet?

Live With My Pet (Housing)

Secure pet-friendly housing without extra fees or restrictions.

ESA Housing Letter

Live and Travel With My Pet

Housing protection and eligibility for ADA public access. Fly in-cabin with a trained dog.

PSD Letter

Both Housing & Travel

Live and travel with your pet. All protections covered.

ESA + PSD Combo

Not Sure? Talk to a Therapist First

Fill in a short questionnaire. A licensed therapist will call you to discuss your eligibility. No commitment.

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Benefits of Having an ESA Letter

No pet fees or deposits

Landlords are required to waive them for approved ESAs.

Emotional relief

Support for anxiety, loneliness, and daily stress.

Fast approval

Most letters are delivered within 24 hours.

Live in no-pet housing

Your ESA is protected under federal housing law.

Protected rights

Backed by the Fair Housing Act.

CA, AR, IA, LA, MT: 30-day turnaround required by state law. Evaluation begins today.

A PSD letter covers two things.

First: housing protection under the Fair Housing Act. No pet fees. No breed restrictions.

Second: your eligibility for ADA public access rights and cabin travel with a trained dog.

To qualify, you need a mental health condition and a dog trained to perform a specific task.

As of 2021, U.S. airlines no longer accept Emotional Support Animals for air travel. ESAs are now treated as regular pets. They may face restrictions or extra fees.

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What Is a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD)?

A Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) is trained to assist with a mental health condition by performing specific tasks. Examples: interrupting panic attacks, grounding during anxiety, or reminding you to take medication.

What Makes PSDs Different?

Housing protection included

A PSD letter covers housing under the Fair Housing Act. Same protection as an ESA letter. No pet fees. No breed restrictions.

Training is required

Your dog must be task-trained to ADA standards. You can train the dog yourself. A professional trainer is not required.

Broader legal protection

PSDs are covered under the ADA and Air Carrier Access Act. Allowed in most public places. Can fly in-cabin with a trained dog and completed DOT forms.

Dogs only

Only dogs qualify as Psychiatric Service Dogs under current law.

Dealing with anxiety, PTSD, depression, or a similar condition? You may qualify.

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Can You Still Fly With Your Pet?

As of 2021, airlines no longer accept Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) for air travel. ESAs are now treated as regular pets and may face restrictions or extra fees.

The good news: ESAs are still protected for housing under the Fair Housing Act, so you can live with your pet without pet rent or breed restrictions if approved.

To fly with your dog in the cabin, you’ll need a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD). This is a dog trained to perform tasks that support your mental health.

What do you need today?

I need an ESA Housing Letter

I need Housing + Travel Support

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What's the Difference Between an ESA and a PSD?

Emotional Support Animal (ESA):

No training required

ESAs do not need to perform tasks. They are not permitted in public places like stores or restaurants. They must not be disruptive or cause property damage.

Protected under the Fair Housing Act

Live with your pet without pet rent, fees, or breed restrictions.

Not allowed for air travel

Under current U.S. law, ESAs are treated as regular pets on airlines.

Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD):

Must be individually trained

To perform tasks that help with a diagnosed mental health condition. Examples: interrupting panic attacks, reminding you to take medication.

Must be a dog

Only dogs qualify as Psychiatric Service Dogs under current law.

Broader legal protection

Covered under the ADA and Air Carrier Access Act. Allowed in most public places. Can fly in-cabin with completed DOT forms.

I need an ESA Housing Letter

I need Housing + Travel Support

Major California ESA Laws You Should Know

California’s ESA laws combine federal protections, such as the Fair Housing Act (FHA), with state-specific legislation like AB 468 and FEHA to create a robust legal framework. These laws ensure ESA owners have fair housing access and require valid documentation from licensed mental health professionals. California’s laws also prioritize accountability to curb misuse of ESA privileges.

Assembly Bill 468 (AB 468)

Requires ESA letters to be issued only after a licensed mental health professional establishes a legitimate relationship with the client for at least 30 days. Misrepresentation of ESAs is strictly prohibited.

California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)

Ensures landlords accommodate ESAs in housing, even in no-pet policies, as long as valid documentation is provided.

Fair Housing Act (FHA)

Protects ESA owners from housing discrimination and prohibits additional pet fees or deposits.

Limits on Public Access

ESAs are not granted public access rights under the ADA, restricting their entry to public spaces like stores and restaurants.

Let’s discover more about these laws in detail.

Private Questions for Licensed Therapist Review

These questions help your licensed therapist understand your situation. They determine if a letter is clinically appropriate.

Takes less than 3 minutes

Simple, clear questions that are easy to complete.

Reviewed by a licensed therapist

Your answers are evaluated by a real mental health professional, not an automated system.

Fully private and HIPAA compliant

Your information stays secure and is only shared with your assigned therapist.

Over the past two weeks, how often have you had little interest or pleasure in doing things that you usually like to do?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

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Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt sad or depressed?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt more angry or more irritated than usual?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt worried, anxious, or on edge?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt afraid or panicked?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you had irregular sleep? (Sleeping too much or too little)

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you been acting impulsively? (Shopping too much, sudden use of drugs or alcohol, feeling like you’re “on top of the world”)

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you avoided situations that make you nervous?

Never

Rarely

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Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you heard things other people couldn’t hear and seen things other people couldn’t see?

Never

Rarely

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Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, how often have you felt paranoid or fearful you are in danger?

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

Over the past two weeks, have you had thoughts of suicide?

YES

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How can we help you live better with your pet?

Benefits of Having an ESA Letter

What Is a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD)?

Can You Still Fly With Your Pet?

What's the Difference Between an ESA and a PSD?

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Major California ESA Laws You Should Know

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Benefits of Having an ESA Letter

What Is a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD)?

Can You Still Fly With Your Pet?

What's the Difference Between an ESA and a PSD?

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Major California ESA Laws You Should Know

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