How 35 years of Americans with Disability Act affects service animals

WGVU News | By Dee Morrison

Published July 28, 2025 at 10:27 AM EDT

July 26 marks 35 years since the ADA was signed into law, ensuring civil rights protections for people with disabilities. Paws With a Cause leaders share how the law impacts the use of service dogs

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