service dogs

[tejasranger]

My husband will be bringing his service dog to WDR the week of January 28th to February 2nd. My question, is there a charge to use the kennels . I know they are provided but I cannot find any information on the kennels for service dogs. Our travel agent haS CONTACTED THE RESORT TO LET THEM KNOW THAT WE ARE BRINGING A SERVICE ANIMAL.We know that he is not allowed on some of the rides and attractions. I just need to know about the kennels. Thanks

 

[SueM in MN]

if you leave the dog in the kennel, as far as I know, the charge would be the same as for a non-service dog.
In the disABILITIES FAQs thread, there are links in post #3 to the official WDW Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities for each park. The link labeled "WDW parks Guests with Disabilities general page" includes the Service Animal information (including which attractions dogs are not allowed in).

 

[tejasranger]

Thanks I will check it out.

 

[dclfun]

Yes, the charge is the same for a service dog as for any other dog left in the kennel- no discounts. I travel to WDW frequently with my SD but she has not been left in the kennel as I need her with me 24/7. I did meet a lady once at MK who temporarily put her SD in the kennel due to the heat- she was glad to pay the charge to be sure he was comfortable however when her husband went to bring him back there was quite the joyful reunion. If you're worried about the attractions you can do a rider switch.---Kathy

 

[tejasranger]

Hi, I had emailed WDR with the question. They emailed me back and contacted Epcot on my husbands behalf and informed me there is no charge for service dogs. I just need to show his shot record and walk him several times a day. He will not be in the kennels for that long. We just want to try to do a few rides at each park and we will be having him with us for all the dining and parades. He is a little 41/2 lb teacup chich. and no one will hardly notice him. I know from researching a new company is taking over the kennels in January and the completion should be done the first part of February.I thank everyone for all their help. Disney was very fast anwering my email. They responded in 2 days.

 

[tejasranger]

I forgot to add, a rider switch is not possible because my husband is in a wheelchair and he will need me to assist him in transferring on some of the rides and the disney employees are not allowed to help which I can understand that would be a liability isue.

 

[SueM in MN]

Hi, I had emailed WDR with the question. They emailed me back and contacted Epcot on my husbands behalf and informed me there is no charge for service dogs.

They are not required to provide the kennel at no charge, so that's very nice of them if they are doing it.

 

[CPT Tripss]

From Allears - note that you must walk your pet, they don't. And they are crates, not inside&outside runs.

Services Provided

Boarding of guest pets
Feeding is available, but you are advised to walk and exercise your own pet.
No veterinary services are offered. You will be referred to an Orlado animal clinic if a problem arises.

Cost

$10 per pet per day
$13 per pet per overnight stay for Disney Resort guests at all kennels.
$15 per pet per overnight stay for day (non-Disney resort) guests at all kennels.
(Rate increase 7/9/06)


Requirements

Dogs must have proof of the following vaccinations given by a licensed veterinarian: Rabies, DHP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza), Parvovirus, Bordetella.

Cats must have proof of the following vaccinations given by a licensed veterinarian: Rabies, Panleukopenia, Rhinotracheitis, Calcivirus

All guests are required to walk their dog at least once in the morning and once in the evening (twice a day). Dogs less than 1 year of age must be walked three times a day. All dogs and cats must be at least 8 weeks old to be kenneled.

Absolutely no wildlife or exotic species are allowed in the kennels.

Kennel Sizes

Small Pet Kennel: 25.5" x 20" x 23.3"
Medium Pet Kennel: 34" x 34" x 34"
Large Pet Kennel: 55" x45" x 36"
Outside kennels (available upon request) are large kennels and size does vary slightly.

 

[OneLittleSpark]

Just so you know, a number of gentler rides and all of the shows will allow service dogs on them, with their handler. It's then up to your discretion to decide which rides would distress or bother your dog. If you wanted to do a rider switch, it might still be possible. A lot of the faster rides board wheelchairs at the exit. This would mean, if you wanted to, you could help your husband into the ride car, he could ride while you stayed with his dog, you could then help him out and he could look after the dog while you rode. Just wanted to suggest this option, in case being without the dog for any length of time would make it more difficult or less enjoyable.

Hope this helps!

 

[SueM in MN]

Just so you know, a number of gentler rides and all of the shows will allow service dogs on them, with their handler. It's then up to your discretion to decide which rides would distress or bother your dog. If you wanted to do a rider switch, it might still be possible. A lot of the faster rides board wheelchairs at the exit. This would mean, if you wanted to, you could help your husband into the ride car, he could ride while you stayed with his dog, you could then help him out and he could look after the dog while you rode. Just wanted to suggest this option, in case being without the dog for any length of time would make it more difficult or less enjoyable.

Hope this helps!

That's a good suggestion and may work for some people.
There are a lot more things service dogs are allowed on than things they are not.

 

[OneLittleSpark]

Just for anyone who is interested, here is a list of rides which you cannot take a service dog onto:

Magic Kingdom® Park

* Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
* Peter Pan's Flight
* Space Mountain®
* Splash Mountain®
* The Barnstormer at Goofy's Wiseacre Farm

Epcot®

* Wonders of Life: Body Wars (seasonal)
* Mission: SPACE
* Test Track
* The Land: Soarin'™

Disney's Hollywood Studios™

* Rock 'n' Roller Coaster® Starring Aerosmith
* Star Tours
* "The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™"

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

* Affection Section at Rafiki's Planet Watch
* DINOSAUR
* Kali River Rapids
* Expedition Everest™
* Primeval Whirl


And this list is of attractions that you might want to talk to a CM about before riding:

Magic Kingdom® Park

* Cinderella's Golden Carrousel
* Stitch's Great Escape!™

Epcot®

* Imagination: "Honey, I Shrunk the Audience"
* Innoventions East & West
* Spaceship Earth

Disney's Hollywood Studios™

* The Great Movie Ride

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park

* "It's Tough To Be A Bug!"
* Kilimanjaro Safaris
* Aviary area of Pangani Forest Exploration Trail
* Aviary area of Maharajah Jungle Trek



This is from the WDW official page for Guests with disabilities, though obviously you should use your discretion on the other rides, as there may be something in them that would spook your dog (check with a CM if you're not sure). As you can see (and as Sue said), there are a lot more rides that you can go on with a SD than prohibit them.

Hope this helps, and have a great trip!

 

[mechurchlady]

http://www.handsnpaws.com/c=6AA3FAN...DCARRSOPHIEIT/Sophies_It_Bag_Pet_Carrier.html
Because of your dog's small size you might be able to use a small carrier and leave the dog with the CM while you ride. This one is rather expensive but it is to give you an idea of an option. With switching you would help your husband on and off the ride then ride alone.

The main point is on how much you need your service dog and how long can you go without your service dog. You need to factor how long it would take to go from the kennel to a park then return to the kennel.

 

[SueM in MN]

http://www.handsnpaws.com/c=6AA3FAN...DCARRSOPHIEIT/Sophies_It_Bag_Pet_Carrier.html
Because of your dog's small size you might be able to use a small carrier and leave the dog with the CM while you ride.

They are pretty clear in the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities that the CMs are not allowed to be responsible for a dog while you ride.
Also, if the dog is in a carrier in the parks, that would also tend to be looked on as the dog not being necessary because he can't perform any services while in the carrier.

 

[dclfun]

I have been with my SD on Kilimanjaro Safari's ( they will strap the dog in- don't know how they'll do this with a small dog but it must be done according to the CM as they don't want the safari animals to see or smell your dog), Pangani Trail including the aviary, and ITTAB. We've also been on HISTA, Innoventions East and West, the GMR, and Stitch's Great Escape. We've not done the other attractions nor of course any of the ones listed as not accessible for a SD. Sue is correct, CM's are not allowed to watch your dog while you ride an attraction and is also correct about the carrier and the perception that his dog would be a pet. A SD must be trained to perform tasks to mitigate someone's disability or it is considered a pet. I wouldn't want your husband to be dealing with any confrontations about his right to be accompanied by his SD. At least you're going during a time of year when it's not so hot which should keep his dog much more comfortable and CM's are quite helpful about asking if SD's need a drink. You may also want to familiarize yourself with the backstage break stations. SD's are not allowed to "go" on any surface inside the parks and you'll need to find a CM to accompany you backstage. This can sometimes take quite a bit of time. Also the break stations at MGM ( now Hollywood Studios) are only mulch- there is no grass backstage due to the themeing there.---Kathy

 

[tejasranger]

Thanks everyone you all have been so helpful. I did not realize there were so many attraction we can take him. Looking forward to our trip.

 

[mechurchlady]

They are pretty clear in the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities that the CMs are not allowed to be responsible for a dog while you ride.
Also, if the dog is in a carrier in the parks, that would also tend to be looked on as the dog not being necessary because he can't perform any services while in the carrier.

The reason I recommended a carrier is that they are foldable and that for rides it might be easier to hold onto than the dog. The carriesr often have flaps that allow the dog to stick its head out so it can interact with the owner and the dog could easily be removed in seconds. Also the dog would be right there for comfort on a ride if needed.

Good luck on your trip.

 

[tejasranger]

Hi everyone we got back Saturday Feb 2nd from our trip. Max my husbands service did not have to stay in any kennels. He saw Beauty and the Beast with us and rode the nemo ride at epcot and we went through the majarajah jungle treck at animal kingdom. We could not stay very long at animal kingdom because it was too rough terrain for my husbands wheelchair. We enjoyed our trip and Port Orleans riverside was beautiful.

 

[OneLittleSpark]

Glad you had such a good time! Thanks for letting us know how it went!

 

[dclfun]

Yes, glad you had a good trip! Travelling when it's cooler makes a huge difference with a SD as the Fl. heat is brutal. Even the pavement can get so hot for their paws. I know what you mean about the surfaces at AK being rough on a w/c and w/c user- I know it's for the themeing but I also wish they at least had some walkway that was smoother. I've worn out many a tire at AK and my neck doesn't hold up well either. Glad you liked the resort too and that Max was able to accompany your husband the entire time. Woo hoo!---Kathy

 

[SueM in MN]