Q: I haven't seen my last question answered yet the disability question regarding service dogs in California

A: In California, as well as under Federal law, individuals with disabilities are entitled to be accompanied by service animals. Business owners must make reasonable accommodations for that.

Regarding vaccination records, while the ADA does not specifically require service animals to have proof of vaccinations to access public areas, landlords can require tenants to provide proof of vaccination for all pets, including service animals, under local health codes. However, this requirement must be applied uniformly to all tenants, not just those with service animals. If the landlord did not require vaccination records for pets upon move-in but is now demanding them specifically because the dog is a service animal, this could potentially be seen as discriminatory if it imposes an undue burden or treats the tenant with a service dog differently than other tenants.

If you believe you are being unfairly asked for documentation or being discriminated against because of your service dog, you might consider discussing the situation with the landlord to clarify the legal protections under California and Federal law. If the issue cannot be resolved, you may seek advice from a legal professional or contact an organization that advocates for the rights of people with disabilities. These steps can help ensure your rights, and those of your service dog, are respected in accordance with the law.