EDUTAINMENT
KNOWLEDGE QUIZ
Test your knowledge about service dogs, their rights, and proper etiquette.
Did you know service dogs can be taught to do a multitude of tasks? These include catching and breaking a falling handler, counterbalancing for walking, retrieving dropped items, opening doors, pressing elevator buttons, alerting to medical events, and much more!
1
How big must a dog be in order to work as a service dog?
Service dogs must be over 20 pounds.
There is no size requirement to be a service dog.
Service dogs must be over 35 pounds.
Service dogs must be over 50 pounds.
2
Which of these is NOT a service dog task?
Guiding.
Deep pressure therapy.
Alerting to medical conditions.
Emotional Support.
3
Which of these requirements must a service dog meet?
Must wear a clearly marked vest or harness when working.
Must work in public on a flat buckle collar.
Must be trained to do work or tasks to mitigate the handler's disability.
Must have ID and certification to present to gatekeepers.
4
When can businesses ask a service dog to be removed from the premises?
If the dog is unhousebroken, or if the dog is disruptive/aggressive and the handler cannot get it back under control.
If other customers are frightened of dogs.
If other customers are severely allergic to dogs.
If the dog does not appear to be actively assisting the handler at all times.
5
When is it appropriate to interact with a working service dog?
Never.
After asking for and receiving permission from the owner.
Always, as long as you're a dog person.
If the dog appears to be 'doing nothing', like lying under a table.
6
How long does it usually take to train a service dog?
Six weeks.
Three years.
Around two years.
Six months.
7
Which of these questions are businesses allowed to ask of service dog handlers?
Is this a service dog? and What tasks does he/she do?
May I see the dog's ID? and What is your disability?
What is wrong with you? and Where are your certification papers?
Demonstrate at least two of the dog's tasks and show a doctor's note.
8
Where are service dogs allowed to accompany their handlers?
Anywhere the general public is allowed.
Only areas where they have been invited.
Anywhere other than businesses that sell/serve food.
Anywhere other than doctor's offices.
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