Understanding Our Pet Policy: Service Dogs Welcome at CampMD
At CampMD, we strive to provide a welcoming environment for all our guests, including those who rely on service animals. We understand the importance of service dogs in assisting individuals with disabilities, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone can enjoy their stay comfortably and safely.
Service Dogs Welcome: No Charge as Required by Law
Service animals play a crucial role in providing assistance to individuals with disabilities. At CampMD, we welcome service dogs as required by law. Here’s what you need to know:
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No Charge for Service Animals: We do not charge any additional fees for guests bringing service dogs. It’s our commitment to comply with legal requirements and provide equal access to all individuals.
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State of Maryland Regulations: The State of Maryland recognizes the importance of service animals and mandates equal access for individuals with disabilities. As per Maryland law, service animals are permitted to accompany individuals to any place where they have the right to be, and they are not subject to additional fees.
Understanding the Difference: Service Animals vs. Emotional Support Animals
It’s essential to distinguish between service animals and emotional support animals (ESAs). While service animals are trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with disabilities, emotional support animals provide comfort but do not undergo the same level of training.
Service Animals:
- Individually trained to perform tasks for persons with disabilities.
- Recognized by the ADA, with dogs and, in some circumstances, miniature horses considered as service animals.
- No additional charge, and they are allowed in areas where other animals may be restricted.
Emotional Support Animals:
- Not considered service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA.
- Do not perform tasks to assist people with disabilities.
- Subject to regular camp rules for pets, including fees, restrictions, and designated areas.
CampMD Pet Policy for Emotional Support Animals
While we wholeheartedly welcome service dogs, it’s important to note that we do not accept emotional support animals (ESAs) under our current pet policy. Here are the key points regarding emotional support animals at CampMD:
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Regular Camp Rules Apply: Emotional support animals will follow the same rules as any other pets.
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Designated Areas: They must adhere to designated areas for pets, ensuring the comfort and safety of all guests.
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Breed Restrictions and Fees: Breed restrictions and fees applicable to regular pets also apply to emotional support animals.
Understanding Maryland Law:
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The State of Maryland does not mandate the acceptance of emotional support animals as service animals.
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Compliance with Regulations: CampMD follows Maryland regulations, and our pet policy aligns with the state’s stance on emotional support animals.
At CampMD, we value every guest and their unique needs. If you have any questions or concerns about our pet policy, service animals, or emotional support animals, feel free to reach out to our team. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for everyone at CampMD.
