service dogs in JP
service dogs in JP
hello,
i have a GSD rescue mix as a multipurpose SD. she is graduating this summer in time to go to Japan for a clinical trial, i have multiple ambulatory issues with mobility and eyesight. she is also a psych service animal, and she will be used as a crowd buffer on trains to prevent chikan. my trainer is certified and unfortunately his business is not part of an international program due to it being for-profit. i need help with service dog laws there and i did do research on laws there, but i need help with public access laws there. i know psych/autism isnt allowed there, but she is a mobility and guide task-trained dog- im wondering how the laws go as in theres certain questions establishments can ask, and if need to carry paperwork- shes up to date on shots and health, and we will groom her 1 day before departure. i have a doctors note as well, can anyone tell me on anything ive missed?
thanks
lio, age 16
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In your research, you you may have came across the following sites:
- https://www.mhlw.go.jp/english/policy/care-welfare/welfare-disabilities/assistance_dogs/index.html
- https://www.moudouken.net/en/
I would suggest contacting them as your first option as they can let you know what certification you can get (or not get) in your situation.
As for laws etc, I strongly recommend getting in touch with DPI (Disabled People’s International) Japan branch: https://www.dpi-japan.org/en/
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