Adaptive Defensive Shooting Summit (ADSS) Service Dog Guidelines
TASK TRAINED SERVICE ANIMALS ARE welcome at ADSS events.
Task trained service animals does not include emotional support or therapy dogs.
No pets are allowed at ADSS events.
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 questions as
permitted by ADA law:
Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?
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 . . .
These are examples of inappropriate conditions.
The dog directly under supervision of an alternate handler or safely secured in a climate controlled area are examples of possible appropriate conditions.
The owner of a service animal and/or owner approved handler is solely responsible for the hygiene and/or waste produced by the service animal.
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.
Additional Resources:
The ADA.gov FAQ Page is a helpful resource to review.
- Q1: Service animal definition
- Q3: Emotional support, therapy, comfort companion, etc.
- Q27: “Out of Control” definition.
https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-faqs/
If you have any questions, please contact ADSS Staff