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Training:
Service Animals must be individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the
benefit of the individual with a disability.
Control:
If appropriate, the Service Animal must be on a leash, unless the leash would inhibit
the Service Animal's ability to be of service. Otherwise the Service Animal must be under voice
control.
Health:
The Service Animal must be in good health. Service Animals living in University
housing must have an annual clean bill of health from a licensed veterinarian.
Vaccination:
In accordance with local ordinances and regulations, the Service Animal must be
immunized against diseases common to that type of animal. Dogs must have current vaccination
against rabies and wear a rabies vaccination tag. Local licensing requirements must be followed.
Other Conditions:
The Office of Disability Services, the Law School Dean of Students,
Residence Life & Housing or Human Resources may place other reasonable conditions or
restrictions on the Service Animal depending on the nature and characteristics of the Service
Animal.
Guidelines for Maintaining a Service Animal:
The following guidelines apply to all Service Animals and their Owners unless the nature of the
documented disability of the Owner precludes adherence to these guidelines, and permission for
a variance from the guidelines has been granted by the Office of Disability Services, Law School
Dean of Students Office or Human Resources Office.
Care and Supervision:
Care and supervision of a Service Animal are the responsibility of the
Owner. The Owner is required to maintain control of the Service Animal at all times.
The Owner is responsible for ensuring the cleanup of the Service Animal's waste. Indoor animal
waste must be placed in a sturdy plastic bag before being disposed.
Removal of Approved Animals:
Suffolk University may exclude/remove a Service Animal
when (i) the Service Animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others; (ii) the Service
Animal’s presence results in a fundamental alteration of the University's program; or (iii) the
Owner does not comply with Owner’s responsibilities in University housing, in University
facilities and/or at University events.
Disruption:
The Owner of a Service Animal that is unruly or disruptive may be asked to remove
the Service Animal from University facilities. If the improper behavior happens repeatedly, the
Owner may be required to take significant steps to mitigate the behavior before bringing the
Service Animal into any University facility. Mitigation may include, but is not limited to,
muzzling a barking animal, obtaining refresher training for both the Service Animal and the
Owner, and other appropriate measures.
Damage:
Owners of Service Animals are solely responsible for any damage to persons or
University property caused by their Service Animals.
Areas off Limits to Animals:
The University may prohibit the use of Service Animals in certain
locations because of health and safety restrictions. Restricted areas may include, but are not
limited to: custodial closets, boiler rooms, facility equipment rooms, research laboratories,
classrooms with research/demonstration animals, areas where protective clothing is necessary,
wood and metal shops, motor pools, rooms with heavy machinery, and areas outlined in state law
as being inaccessible to Service Animals.