MyService Animal Blog Author | Nick Torres

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Nick Torres

CEO & Veterinarian

“Veterinary medicine taught me how to care for animals; advocacy taught me how to protect their handlers. I founded MyServiceAnimal to bridge that gap.”

 

Dedicated to helping handlers safely navigate service dog registration and compliance. Proud owner of rescue dogs Patrick & Coco.

Author Posts

Sep 25, 2025

Seizure Alert Service Dog Vests

Finding the right Seizure Alert Service Dog Vest can be tricky when you want your dog to be safe and easy to spot. A clear vest helps people know your dog is on duty, especially in emergencies. In this post, you will learn what makes a vest secure and easy for others to recognize by […]

Sep 7, 2025

Can You Have More Than One Emotional Support Animal

Many people with mental health issues wonder if they can have more than one emotional support animal. You can get multiple ESAs if your mental health professional gives you a separate letter for each pet. This blog will explain the laws, rules, and steps to take so you know how to request more than one […]

Feb 16, 2023

How to Register a Service Dog (2026)

Wondering how to register a service dog? While the ADA does not mandate a national service dog registry, having proper identification and documentation protects your rights and simplifies everyday life with your service animal. This guide walks you through every step of the service dog registration process — from eligibility to the documents you will […]

Jan 18, 2023

Can You Get a Service Dog for Hearing Loss?

Yes — you can get a service dog for hearing loss. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a hearing service dog (also called a hearing alert dog or signal dog) is a legally recognized service animal trained to alert deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals to important sounds such as doorbells, smoke alarms, crying babies, and […]

Oct 9, 2022

Are Emotional Support Animals Allowed in Michigan?

Yes — emotional support animals (ESAs) are fully recognized in Michigan under federal law. While Michigan does not have a specific state ESA statute, the Fair Housing Act (FHA) protects ESA owners’ right to live with their animals in housing that otherwise prohibits pets — including apartments, condos, and rental homes throughout Michigan. Are ESAs […]

Sep 13, 2022

Companion Dog — ESA Breeds & Registration

A companion dog is a dog kept primarily for emotional comfort and personal companionship rather than for working tasks. While the term is often used interchangeably with “pet,” companion dogs can hold a special legal status as emotional support animals (ESAs) — granting them specific housing protections under federal law. This guide explains what companion […]

Aug 30, 2022

All You Need to Know About ESAs in Illinois

Every person needs moral support and care to be self-confident and open to the world. We have friends and relatives for that, but registered emotional support animals are also a source of encouragement and reassurance. These creatures are actively used in psychology to help people with mental disorders. The practice of involving animals in therapy […]

Aug 18, 2022

Delta Airlines Emotional Support Animal & Service Animal Policy & Form 2022

Numerous airlines in the United States offer additional services for the transportation of animals. And even if air traveling with pets may seem difficult seemingly, actually, everything is much easier. Ready to make it official? Get your service dog registration and ID card — or save with the complete service dog registration kit that includes […]

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