assistance animal
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of assistance animal
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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Ian's view is that Chloe is a properly-trained assistance animal who is an essential "auxiliary aid" - a legal term for something that is providing support for someone with a disability.
From BBC • May 27, 2022
"This includes making sure all our staff are reminded that anyone attending with a guide dog or assistance animal should be allowed access," said an official.
From BBC • Jul. 29, 2021
With some human assistance, animal populations and habitat are rebounding — even the Great Barrier Reef is getting IVF treatments.
From Washington Post • Mar. 18, 2021
Do we have people trying to get their pet across as an assistance animal?
From New York Times • Oct. 4, 2015
An emotional support dog is considered an assistance animal under the federal Fair Housing Act.
From Washington Times • Mar. 8, 2015
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