ADSS Animal Policy

Adaptive Defensive Shooting Summit (ADSS) Service Dog Guidelines

  1. No pets are allowed at ADSS events. Task trained service animals are welcome (this
    does not include emotional support or therapy dogs).
  2. Any out of control dogs will be asked to leave.

    To determine if your dog is a service dog you may be asked the following 2 questions as
    permitted by ADA law: (1) is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?
    and (2) what work or task has the dog been trained to perform?

    In registration it states: “If you bring a service animal, you are responsible for providing
    an alternate handler and/or appropriate conditions for when your dog cannot be
    present.” What do we mean by this? Leaving your dog in a hot car, asking an employee
    of the venue to watch your dog, tying up your dog and leaving them unsupervised,
    letting your dog roam around off leash, are examples of inappropriate conditions. The
    dog under supervision of an alternate handler or safely secured in a climate controlled
    area are examples of possible appropriate conditions. If you do not have anyone to aid
    you in watching your dog or hold their leash while you are on the range, please reach
    out and we will work to assist you in arranging that prior to the event beginning. We
    want all attending the event, including four legged friends, to have a positive and safe
    experience.

    The ADA.gov FAQ Page is a helpful resource to review.

If you have any questions please contact us at info.adaptivedefense@gmail.com