Canadian School District Now Allows Assistance Dogs in Schools

The Nanaimo-Ladysmith school district forbade bringing of animals and pets into school properties unless it was for learning purposes with the permission of the school principal. But recently, they have amended the rules regarding that.

Now, assistance dogs are allowed as long as the animals are certified and will not roam around school facilities. This allowed support for individuals with autism, seizures, and hearing problems.

Every dog to enter school premises based on the amendment must be a therapy, guide, or a service dog with a vest for identification. But first, parents must write a letter to the school district regarding the entry of the service dog. Attached to the letter should be a diagnosis of the child from a professional with a recommendation to use an assistance animal.

Source: NANAIMO NEWS BULLETIN

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