Saw a pet dog (non-service dog) in Magic Kingdom yesterday

[kandb]

Can the dog go on the rides?

 

[OrangeCountyCommuter]

...meh, I am unconvinced by those who claim what I saw was a service dog. I saw what I saw.

And you are one of those lucky folks who can read minds and diagnosis medical conditions by sight. Too bad that talent is not bring used to help mankind

 

[damo]

Can the dog go on the rides?

We saw 3 cocker spaniels waiting to get on POTC in Disneyland. Seriously! We were just getting off and they were on the side where the wheelchairs line up and they were next to board. Now, I can't guarantee they got on but it sure looked like they were going to.

 

[Luvchefmic]

Can the dog go on the rides?

Yes, some, now be aware this link is a little outdated ( ie: mentions the kennels at WDW but they are long gone )

http://www.epilepsywarriors.com/2012/01/how-to-take-your-service-dog-to-disney.html

and the official word from Disney

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/service-animals/


FWIW I see a dog or an ECV or a wheelchair I go about my day and MYOB never occurs to me to think hmmmmm????

and to OP I seriously doubt security never noticed the animal and the couple " snuck it in"

 

[JanaDee]

...meh, I am unconvinced by those who claim what I saw was a service dog. I saw what I saw.

I agree with you. I've seen the same thing on different trips. They weren't service dogs, even though the owners may have claimed they were.

 

[Magpie]

I agree with you. I've seen the same thing on different trips. They weren't service dogs, even though the owners may have claimed they were.

They didn't have "invisible disabilities", even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need that GAC, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need a scooter, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't have a "glandular problem", even though they may have claimed they did.

Their kid wasn't autistic, even though they may have claimed he was.

They didn't have a genuine reason to be on their cellphone during the parade, even though they may have claimed they did.

Personally I don't understand how I could possibly enjoy my vacation, if I was busy thinking these things about everyone around me.

While on the one hand it would be quite the talent to be able to judge the worthiness of people I'd never even spoken to, on the other hand it'd also be hard knowing that I'm surrounded by cheats and liars and that I'm the last honest person in the world.

Ultimately, that'd be pretty embittering, I'd think!

I think I'm happier just continuing to believe in people.

 

[TokyoSunrise]

Just as we should never assume that a guest is riding a scooter because they're too lazy to walk, or assume that they're obese due to lack of self control, we should also never assume that a small dog without a vest is not a service dog.

It's highly unlikely anyone could smuggle a dog into the park. If you're curious, go up, admire the dog, and ask the owners nicely about it.

Otherwise, just give other guests the same courtesy you'd expect them to extend to you.

Agree. And I hope I'm never in the position where people look at me and wonder if "I'm faking it.".

 

[Luvchefmic]

They didn't have "invisible disabilities", even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need that GAC, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need a scooter, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't have a "glandular problem", even though they may have claimed they did.

Their kid wasn't autistic, even though they may have claimed he was.

They didn't have a genuine reason to be on their cellphone during the parade, even though they may have claimed they did.

Personally I don't understand how I could possibly enjoy my vacation, if I was busy thinking these things about everyone around me.

While on the one hand it would be quite the talent to be able to judge the worthiness of people I'd never even spoken to, on the other hand it'd also be hard knowing that I'm surrounded by cheats and liars and that I'm the last honest person in the world.

Ultimately, that'd be pretty embittering, I'd think!

I think I'm happier just continuing to believe in people.

Amen to this whole post ..what a cynical way to go through life judging

 

[larryz]

They didn't have "invisible disabilities", even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need that GAC, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't need a scooter, even though they may have claimed they did.

They didn't have a "glandular problem", even though they may have claimed they did.

Their kid wasn't autistic, even though they may have claimed he was.

They didn't have a genuine reason to be on their cellphone during the parade, even though they may have claimed they did.

Personally I don't understand how I could possibly enjoy my vacation, if I was busy thinking these things about everyone around me.

While on the one hand it would be quite the talent to be able to judge the worthiness of people I'd never even spoken to, on the other hand it'd also be hard knowing that I'm surrounded by cheats and liars and that I'm the last honest person in the world.

Ultimately, that'd be pretty embittering, I'd think!

I think I'm happier just continuing to believe in people.

(sigh) with just a little bit of work, that could have been an epic poem...

 

[Magpie]

(sigh) with just a little bit of work, that could have been an epic poem...

I don't have a poetical bone in my body, even though I may have claimed I did.

 

[Belle & Ariel]

A year ago at our son's college orientation we met a family with a diabetic alert dog. The father was type I. The dog alerted and the dad was fine--the dog sensed a low in our type I son. We all had a laugh when the dad who was confused as to why the dog was alerting when he was fine saw our son treating the low.
You would never see anything "wrong" with either guy.
I want one of those dogs but they cost a small fortune!!! Our son would not want one because it sets him apart.
The people who truly need these dogs deserve compassion rather than judgment.

 

[jtowntoflorida]

This, like many things is one thing I don't care about. Whether you really need the dog, or you love its company enough to lie to bring it to WDW with you, I really don't care and it really doesn't affect me. I'm just happy (1) I'm healthy and don't need such an animal myself; and (2) I am more than content to leave our dog at home, because man, I need a vacation from HER some days!

 

[1000HappyWishes]

A friend of mine has a seizure dog, he's a Yorkshire Terrier.

 

[roselark]

A year ago at our son's college orientation we met a family with a diabetic alert dog. The father was type I. The dog alerted and the dad was fine--the dog sensed a low in our type I son. We all had a laugh when the dad who was confused as to why the dog was alerting when he was fine saw our son treating the low.
You would never see anything "wrong" with either guy.
I want one of those dogs but they cost a small fortune!!! Our son would want one because it sets him apart.
The people who truly need these dogs deserve compassion rather than judgment.

My coworker has an 11 year old daughter who is type 1. She has been working with a local trainer and provides samples to help her train the dogs and once they are ready to buy, the trainer will give them a discount. I was floored when she said how much these dogs run, but I am certain they are worth every penny. Her daughter never feels her lows until the point she is close to passing out and so is understandably concerned about when she goes off to college.

 

[roselark]

This, like many things is one thing I don't care about. Whether you really need the dog, or you love its company enough to lie to bring it to WDW with you, I really don't care and it really doesn't affect me. I'm just happy (1) I'm healthy and don't need such an animal myself; and (2) I am more than content to leave our dog at home, because man, I need a vacation from HER some days!

 

[tarak]

This, like many things is one thing I don't care about. Whether you really need the dog, or you love its company enough to lie to bring it to WDW with you, I really don't care and it really doesn't affect me. I'm just happy (1) I'm healthy and don't need such an animal myself; and (2) I am more than content to leave our dog at home, because man, I need a vacation from HER some days!

Roselark beat me to it, but I had to applaud this post.

 

[Traveler Steve]

To quote from an earlier poster - no, the world hasn't just gone crazy. It always has been.

It's no skin off my nose if someone wants to claim little Fluffy is some kind of support animal, ain't hurtin' me none... until said canine whips out a camera and starts taking flash pictures in Haunted Mansion.

Then all bets are off.

 

[Planogirl]

I don't really care if people bring their dogs either as long as they control them. I don't want to listen to a lot of barking and I hope to never see people getting bit by some of the fakers. I would also hope that people try to limit where they take them in stores (the hair of some!). I think that it's very unlikely for a true service dog to ever be a bother.

 

[dimndgal1]

I think some people are confusing "Service" and "Companion" animal. I find it very hard to believe that there is any source on the internet that can certify an animal as a bona-fide SERVICE animal for $50... there are mountains of documentation required. However, it is very simple to get certification as a 'Companion' and it saddens me how many back-alley trainers/owners do this.

We went through lots of effort to put out pup through training to be a Canine Good Citizen and become a hospital service animal - basically she was allowed onto certain wards for morale support. It was a wonderful experience and brought joy to my days, to the patients' days, and even to our pup's days (she was always super excited when we got to the hospital).

Now, many of the hospitals and assisted care facilities that used to allow such visits are super restrictive because of all the fake certifications. It is truly a loss to all involved - so many patients that could benefit from some puppy love.

Also, FWIW, on our trip to Disney last year, I had a GAC and used a cane do to invasive hip surgery 8 weeks prior. I looked perfectly healthy, and other than a slight limp had no visible signs of having had what amounted to replacement surgery. I cannot tell you the snide comments and looks I received as I used my GAC for such thrilling rides as Spaceship Earth - couldn't do much more than that due to the hip but was happy to find rides I could do while the group hit the E-ticket attractions. It was very disconcerting to see how many people judged me and assumed I was 'abusing the system'... especially when that abuse amounted to nothing more than 'skipping' a 10 minute queue (wherein I waited 15 minutes at the back entrance but the assumption was I walked on). I'm not sure why people assume at one glance they have all the information.

 

[Magpie]

I don't really care if people bring their dogs either as long as they control them. I don't want to listen to a lot of barking and I hope to never see people getting bit by some of the fakers. I would also hope that people try to limit where they take them in stores (the hair of some!). I think that it's very unlikely for a true service dog to ever be a bother.

I can't help but notice that while several people have commented on seeing dogs at the Magic Kingdom, no one in this thread has yet described seeing a single dog barking hysterically or biting people at the park.