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ESAs Are No Longer Accepted for Air Travel

As of 2021, U.S. airlines are no longer required to accept Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) under federal law. ESAs are now treated as regular pets and may be subject to fees, cargo placement, or denied access altogether.

If you want to fly with your dog in the cabin for free, you'll need to qualify for a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD).

This means:

You have a mental health condition, and
Your dog is trained to perform at least one specific task to assist with that condition.

Learn About Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs)

A Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) is a specially trained dog that helps individuals with a mental health disability by performing specific tasks such as interrupting panic attacks, applying nuzzle pressure, bracing, grounding during dissociation, or reminding to take medication.

What Makes a PSD Different?

Training is required: Your dog must be trained to perform at least one task related to your condition (you can train the dog yourself or with a trainer).

Legal Protection: PSDs are protected under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This means you can fly with your PSD at no cost, and they are allowed in public places where pets are typically not permitted.

Must be a dog: Only dogs can qualify as PSDs.

If you're experiencing anxiety, PTSD, depression, or another qualifying condition, you may be eligible for a PSD letter.

ESAs Are No Longer Accepted for Air Travel

As of 2021, airlines are no longer required to accept Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) for air travel. ESAs are treated as regular pets on flights and are subject to fees and restrictions.

However, ESAs are still protected under the Fair Housing Act, which allows you to live with your pet without pet fees or breed restrictions if you qualify.

Please select ESA housing only if you have a cat or untrained dog.

If your dog has been trained by yourself, or trained by a dog trainer to perform at least one tax related to your DSM-5 condition, you qualify for a Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) that can access public places and travel by air in the cabin free.

Learn About Emotional Support Animals (ESA):

Does not require training because ESAs are not allowed public access (stores, restaurants, etc.), but they must not be disruptive, aggressive, or cause property damage.

Protected under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) — may allow you to live with your pet without pet rent, fees, or breed restrictions.