I want a Service Dog or ESA for personal protection. Does that kind of service qualify?

The crime deterrent effects of an animal’s presence DO NOT constitute work or tasks to qualify as a Service Dog. The same applies to an Emotional Support Animal (ESA).If a person has experienced a traumatic event or has intense fear, whether justified or not related to a physical attack, they may qualify for an ESA to ameliorate symptoms associated with that “disability”, provided a licensed mental health professional provides a letter of prescription reinforcing it. Although the animal may be trained for personal protection, “Crime Deterrence” or personal protection are not approved justification for qualifying for an ESA.