Are gyms, fitness centers, hotels or municipalities that have swimming pools required to allow a service animal in the pool with its handler? No. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) does not override public health rules that prohibit dogs in swimming pools....
When might a service dog’s presence fundamentally alter the nature of a service or program provided to the public? In most settings, the presence of a service animal will not result in a fundamental alteration. However, there are some exceptions. For example, at a...
