Woman takes miniature horse on plane as service animal

A woman from Michigan took her miniature horse on a flight from Detroit to California as her service animal. The pair flew first class, and Fred the miniature horse did an excellent job - but his handler worries this flight could be his last.
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[@lorm.3153]

The horse is more well-behaved than the people on the airplane

[@pohakumana4288]

or the people commenting

[@JeromeWade-lm8jh]

Unlike the horse,passengers use restroom!

[@wrensden]

@@JeromeWade-lm8jhmini service horses are trained to not use the bathroom when they’re in public just like dogs.

[@JeromeWade-lm8jh]

​@@wrensdenBut not on an airplane!

[@wrensden]

@@JeromeWade-lm8jh Don’t you get it? even on an airplane the service animal will not relieve themself

[@shelbyhuseman1220]

In the US mini horses are protected under the ADA. Dogs and mini horses are the only two animals that can legally be service animals.

[@221b-Maker-Street]

I'm sure I saw someone fly with an Emotional Support Peacock a few years ago... And there was a pig. A PIG! 🐽

[@shelbyhuseman1220]

@@221b-Maker-Street that’s not surprising 😂 that’s why ESAs aren’t allowed to fly anymore. It was completely out of hand

[@SashaInTheCloud]

​@@221b-Maker-Street Someone correct me if I am wrong: ESAs aren't protected by the ADA like Service Animals.

[@HazeyEy3s]

Service cars are also allowed to be service animals, but that varies depending on state law.

[@shakeyj4523]

@@SashaInTheCloud You are wrong. ESAs are not protected under the ADA lie Service Animals, so they do NOT have public access rights.

[@rebeccabenway4237]

For everyone that is NOT educated in the service animal laws: the ADA allows miniature horses and dogs of any breed and size as service animals. This woman has a legitimate disability and her service horse it task trained. THIS IS NOT A CASE OF EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMAL OR ATTENTION!!!!

[@carolynsamuel5351]

It's understandable that there are people who have legitimate disabilities. That is not the issue at all. It's about why a miniature horse is classified as a service animal at all. Dogs are more suited for this function. It's normal to see people with dogs everywhere, but it's not as common to see a service bird or service horse, etc. Whoever put that into the law or advocated for it is really uneducated on norms and that we are not in the Middle Ages or they were paid to get it in the law by a lobbyist for some rich person whose kid had one as a pet and wanted it with her or him everywhere in such a way that they couldn't be turned away anywhere. What's next when somebody wants to modify the law (those lobbyists are very busy at work)? Maybe they will want to add nonpoisonous snakes or maybe a docile monkey that's been trained not to attack or bite humans. I know this sounds insensitive, but the reality is that laws must be common sense and most of what's passed by the government, aka "laws" are not common sense and are because some influential person or group lobbied the senators for it to suit their personal desires.

[@HannahniahMarin]

@@carolynsamuel5351 Dogs are not also more suitable. For guide work, or any sort of mobility, Mini horses are the better option. and some disabled people have dog allergies, or it's for a religious reason. Dogs also are more easily distracted and can be harder to train. Mini horses are very smart and pick things up very quickly. Mini horses also live longer, which is ideal. The only dog that would be big enough for mobility in most cases are great danes. But they only live for about 8 years. If training takes 2 years, But you can't even start teaching mobility until 2, That's about 2 in a half, 3 years already. and the dog won't probably live for more than 5 more years. A mini horse is great in these scenarios.

[@PlaneJaned]

@@carolynsamuel5351 dogs do not necessarily make better service animals. It takes years (about 2) and tens of thousands of dollars (between $20,000 and $60,000) to train a service animal. The large dog breeds that are typically trained as service animals have an average average working life of 8 years (they are in training until they are about 2 and retire at around 10). This means that disabled people need a new service animal, which, again, costs $20,000+, every 8 years. Unlike service dogs, which have a life expectancy of 12-14, miniature horses live between 25-35 years, with some living to be as old as 50. It is a lot more cost efficient to use miniature horses as service animals. They also make great service animals and can be trained to do most of the same things as service dogs.

[@muthrfuqrjonz3530]

The ADA. What a JOKE they are !!!! Hahahaha😂😂😂😂

[@muthrfuqrjonz3530]

Absolute BS !!!! You are weak and should be disregarded at all costs.

[@michaelw9961]

I know service on planes is not what it used to be but.....if there was an emergency evacuation, I would not want people to be horsing around.

[@OffiBeats]

😋😆

[@HomestarCrawler]

Hey, I'd rather be horsing around than getting hounded 😉

[@stanleycoleman]

And yet, we have to ask permission just to recline our seats?

[@pohakumana4288]

where does it say you need to ask permission?

[@garytravis5669]

Reclined you’re seat in my knees and I fake sneeze water on top of your head. Bet the seat goes up then...........

[@brooklynword9589]

Its medical equipment by law so last time I checked no they dont need to... I mean if you want to ask someone to move their wheelchair or feeding tube you go for it.

[@carolynsamuel5351]

@David T Good. The airline deserves to be sued.

[@RachelDavis705]

Actually, you're not supposed to recline at all because it's rude and steals the space of the person behind you

[@AjdamusMagnus]

And whats the problem? That horse is less intrusive than a kid and some adults. If his poo wont hit the deck.. so whatever right?

[@jamesyun7541]

Whats next? An elephant?

[@AjdamusMagnus]

@@jamesyun7541 rhino:D

[@gloriousgal9958]

​@@jamesyun7541This horse weighs only as much as a large dog breed.

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

Looks like she paid for 2 first class seats. She didnt bother anyone else. That is good she was courteous. The rude service animal owners drive me nuts. When their animal is obviously not even trained in basic manners! Good service animals are an incredible blessing to many. I am glad for that!

[@sav2823]

If the "service animal" is poorly behaved then they're fakes. They aren't actual service animals. So you have every right to be mad at them as they aren't legally supposed to be out in public like real service animals

[@pohakumana4288]

My Service Dog out weighs that horse by 30 lbs.

[@sousay2000]

Pohaku Mana my neighbor flew on mokulele a couple of years ago and saw a old lady with a big mf billy as a service animal

[@pohakumana4288]

@@sousay2000 not so, goats don't fall under ADA law, mini horses and dogs are the only SERVICE Animals. The goat may have been an emotional support animal.

[@sousay2000]

Billy Akin lucky pup

[@sousay2000]

Pohaku Mana don’t know bout the laws but I would love to see a picture of that billy in that small prop plane.

[@pohakumana4288]

@@billyakin3301 puppies can fly in the cabin if they can fit under a seat in a soft kennel, few hard ones fit anymore. I have pups fly to the mainland in the cabin and they don't need a ticket anymore than an infant if they're in your lap. My Cockatoo went from BI to Florida in the cabin, wrapped like a baby in a towel. Slept most the way.

[@jeffbogue3718]

A lot of people complaining on here get over it I think it was a good thing

[@cangel6461]

I hope they continue to allow it. I suffer from extreme anxieties and chronic back pain. My dogs are the only thing that can calm me. But I don't have a service animal. I wish I did, so that I could get out and enjoy the world. But my safe space, right now, is only at home with my dogs.

[@johnnyjohnson6815]

Angelene80 what a wimp!

[@ghostly9450]

why don't you go out with your dogs?!

[@DarknessFalls29]

"Be anxious about nothing. Pray about everything."

[@fortred735]

It's a tough life. Get over it

[@brainsmall]

@@ghostly9450 because op's dogs arent seevice animals and they're a responsible dog owner.

[@AcerbicOrder]

It's not about the horse it's about the obnoxious owner. She has a dog also so if she needed a service animal she could have used that one or got another one. This woman just wanted to take her horse on vacation.

[@goldevines3047]

Since you're the service animal, you'd know very few dogs actually fit the criteria to be service dogs. But sure, the lady who needs him for mobility just wanted to take him on vacation.

[@HannahniahMarin]

Good for her!!! I'm happy she took her real tasked trained legal service animal on a plane and posted about it! People need to understand that mini horses are legally allowed to be service animals! They are just as well trained as dogs, and can go anywhere the general public can go. They are MEDICAL EQUIPMENT. Also, for all the boomers who think they know everything, this is a service horse, NOT an emotional support animal. He is tasked trained to help his owner with a life-threatening disability! Leave them alone and go do something productive instead of bully others!

[@cheyannehelmick9011]

I love this🐎

[@chamindadecosta3970]

That's still 1st class in the greatest country on earth?!!!

[@221b-Maker-Street]

This miniature horse could teach Jonathan Rhys Myers something about how to behave on a plane...

[@reh3495]

Would like to have seen in economy class!

[@FrockSwapShop]

I’ve seen it in economy class on a southwest flight. The horse was so big it had to be in the galley during take off and landing. I felt bad for the people sitting next to the person who needed the service animal. 💩

[@pohakumana4288]

@David T he'd pee on him

[@sharynprokurat3565]

Miniature horses are awesome service animals. I hope the public realize this. Kudos to you and your little horse.

[@simemvkc2688]

NYC'S CUTE I LOVE IT.

[@ImaDoGToo]

oh no. i was considering a mini horse next bcs when i am in pain, it's nice to have a dog to pull me and help me balance, but but i cant ride him

[@RachelDavis705]

That horse is cute

[@mr.painfultruth2771]

This seems ok. But, I disagree with the folks who claim snakes or tarantulas as "comfort" animals. They frighten others, and I smell B.S. on the whole "comfort" aspect of it

[@brooklynword9589]

There is a difference between service animal and support animal. Learn the difference and I agree but that horse by federal law is allowed to be there. Read the ada laws

[@HannahniahMarin]

@Zero Cool Animal allergies, or fears, are not reasons for a service animal to be excluded. A service animal is medical equipment, the same as a wheelchair, inhaler, walker, insulin, etc. People need service animals to live, no offense, but, you can hold in your fear, while people without their service animals could potentially die. Service horses are very well trained and won't pay you any attention. You can handle a few hours near one.

[@yukibankit8289]

so sorry that this is years late, but snakes are very comforting to me! regardless of that fact, they CANNOT be service animals and should not be allowed on the passenger portion of a plane. the only animals legally allowed to be service animals in the USA are dogs and mini horses. emotional support animals do not have public access rights and should be kept at home.

[@pixiedragon83]

Why on earth would anyone hate this???...what sort of twisted, dried up husk of a heart must you have to complain about this???...this is so precious and wholesome...I love it... ❤❤❤

[@mrgerbeck]

It smell like horse, for 8 hours. Not that cute.

[@rorus9530]

It’s cute, but I think it’s also ridiculous. Maybe bring a picture of your pony next time.

[@rustythegreatandpowerfulla2676]

It's a horse, not a pony.

[@thall3048]

Really!

[@muthrfuqrjonz3530]

What an absolute JOKE !! Service animals have been taken too far.

[@rokzane]

There are only two service animals authorized by the ADA: miniature horses.and dogs, so it's hardly out of control. Emotional support animals are not protected by the ADA. Horses are easier to train, and they live 3x as long as dogs. A disabled person would need a new dog every 8-12 years. A mini horse lives up to 50 years. You do the math.

[@desertportal353]

Turquoise color poop bag. OH MY!

[@The1LastPatriot]

Total B.S.!!!

[@ellececilia8002]

😮🤗🤗

[@Shanlandra]

No ma'am

[@kittywitty20]

Poor lil horse 🐴 ❤️....

[@Mysasser1]

Ridiculous

[@nsg1747]

I cant fly without my horse😭😭😭

[@fortred735]

Just one selfish person taking advantage of something can ruin everything for everybody else.

[@damaspiderqueen]

I say the same about screaming shitting children on the flights. I'd rather fly with the horse thank you.

[@dertythegrower]

This lady clerly craves attention🙄

[@fortred735]

@@damaspiderqueen no doubt you would. There's plenty of countries like India where they allow farm animals on public transportation. That's no place I would want to be

[@fortred735]

@@appleejack it's almost impossible to make one rule that fits every situation and everybody. But you do have to have a system and a certain set of standards that you try and cleave to in order to keep society functioning correctly. For all the people, not just the emotionally fragile who insist on every one of their little needs to be met and to be shouldered by the world around them. I'm assuming taking a horse on an airplane would not go into the category of "this is somebody who fits easily into society". It's a big world, and it takes all kinds. I for one don't want a horse flying down the aisle in case of a plane crash

[@flippy2208]

Fort Red by federal law miniature horses and dogs can be service animals

[@honesty5964]

Fred didn’t get dirty looks... his owner did for taking advantage

[@goldevines3047]

His handler didn't take advantage of the ADA? If she has a legit disability then there's no problem.. autoimmune diseases are considered disabilities when it affects the person's day to day life. As you can see by his gear, he's also a mobility service animal, not just for picking up objects.

[@jamesyun7541]

This is stupid and extremely selfish. Most people do not like animals and pets. If you need to travel with pets, please rent a car and drive. Because of your own stupid and selfish reasons, you are disturbing all other passengers in the plane. The other option is to charter a plane or buy a plane.

[@yukibankit8289]

most people DO like animals from my personal experience. this is protected by law, a service animal is medical equipment legally. if you think most disabled people have the money to buy/charter a plane, you're out of your mind. some disabled people with service animals can't drive, either.

[@rokzane]

This is an ADA protected service animal and is allowed to go anywhere with its owner. Mini horses are the same size as a large dog; live 3x longer than dogs (a disabled person needs a new service dog every 8-12 years; whereas a mini horse can work for 35-40 years or longer); and are much safer for people with severe canine allergies (which ANYONE on public transportation would appreciate).

[@jamesyun7541]

@@rokzane approved or not. I am not sitting next to one.

[@jamesyun7541]

@@yukibankit8289 sympathize with them. But i am not paying to sit beside an animal either.

[@rokzane]

@@jamesyun7541 You wouldn't have a choice. Are you fine sitting next to a dog? There's not much of a difference. On a plane, the only viable reason to ask to move would be if you had an allergy. Otherwise, the flight attendants will laugh in your face, or throw you off the flight if you make a ruckus about it.

[@jimfar2008]

I am getting a service giraffe so i will get lots and lots of attention!!

[@Michael-cs3li]

She won't like that, shell have to get a service elephant to get the attention back

[@SusanScrapPassion]

There is a huge difference between a service animal and an emotional support animal. There is no formal training for emotional support animals and the law has not caught up with this issue yet. Needing an animal to pick things up for you does not require a horse. She is taking advantage of the lack of law regarding this issue. Bringing a horse on a plane in first class or not, is an invasion of privacy and is dangerous. I would never place the burden of a horse on a plane on passengers or flight crew.

[@brooklynword9589]

By federal law, dogs or miniature horses can be service animals. And I’m pretty sure that horse is trained if not then... you haven’t been around horses..

[@goldevines3047]

you had me in the first half ngl.

[@servicedogonabudget180]

What if wait hear me out she is allergic to dogs? Eh no well.... ada also says that mini horses can be used when a dog is not available or it can't do what you need it to, I mean you can't put to much downward pressure on a dog so she might need to do that and that qualifies her for a horse instead of a dog. Also she may not be telling you everything her hose does it could do other things I mean you are getting a very small portion of this animal and its handler. Dont judge before you know the whole story

[@PlaneJaned]

There is a difference between ESAs and service animals. Picking up items is the kind of work service animals perform. Whether you think someone should mitigate their disability with a service dog instead of a service mini horse is irrelevant. There are plenty of reasons to prefer a mini horse over a dog (e.g. it costs between $20,000-60,000 to train a service animal and most service dogs have an average working life of 8 years whilst service mini horses can work for decades; allergies to dogs; having mobility issues beyond the capabilities of service dogs; etc.). You should educate yourself or sit down.

[@omelashomelas]

@@PlaneJaned Perhaps a flight attendant could help people pick things up in the case they drop them...

[@Existential_Dread]

Just another news story making light of people’s honest struggles in life. As in most things in life, you’re ok if you can pay. Can I be your next news story?

[@samanthaharris7859]

Yeah me too and many others we don't all have a public story as much as I need mine and others to be read about and heard of and watched sometimes people go overboard when it's not a big deal nowhere near others situations or struggle or hardships or victories survival stories I've got lots of them yeah sometimes on here people beyond

[@Existential_Dread]

samantha harris True.

[@samanthaharris7859]

@@Existential_Dread yep😊

[@Healthylifelex]

There needs to be restrictions on animal type and weight. This is ridiculous.

[@goldevines3047]

She needs him because of his weight... he's a mobility service animal. And there are restrictions, by ADA there are only dogs and mini horses.

[@trapical]

There are restictions. It's literally JUST dogs and mini-horses. Everything else (i.e. emotional support pets) aren't federally recognized.

[@ladypeaches8077]

The weight and type is actually the reason why they are the only two animals qualified as a service animal. Do you want a person who heavy set with mobility issues leaning or been pulled by a dog? Do your research. Along with that people who chooses them it’s also their life expectancy and capability of activity working.

[@SlimKeith11]

I can't tell you how much this pisses me off, because of these idiots taking advantage of "emotional support animals" we are ALL being penalized and it will be almost impossible to bring your small pet in the cabin. It's absolutely fatuous to believe this animal qualified as a emotional support animal to ride on planes for free. It really takes balls. I saw another woman do it in coach and she didn't buy the seat next to her, the pony was literally in front of the OTHER passenger and the owner had leg room. I would have pitched a fit and probably gotten thrown off! LoL. You complain these days, you can get the boot.

[@elizabethfeild82]

This mini is a trained service animal, not an emotional support animal. She is task trained and is an incredibly well trained and mannered horse. Horses live up to thirty years on average and retain their training for their entire lives. Service minis are also trained to use the toilet on command, so there is no risk of an accident on the plane or in public. I’ve seen the other video that your talking about, the woman had a camera crew following her and they chose to sit next to her, she had purchased the entire row of seats. The only thing I didn’t approve of it that she allowed people to pet her service mini. A service animal serves a purpose and does a job, no service animal can do their job if they are being distracted.

[@retiredtidepodeater3339]

This is absolutely ridiculous.. There needs to be a LEGITIMATE, streamlined, government regulated process when it comes to getting a license to bring these bogus 'emotional support' animals on planes.

[@flippy2208]

Cameron J by federal law miniature horses can legally be service animals

[@goldevines3047]

He's not an ESA though... and anyway ESAs don't get public access so why do they need to be licensed when American service animals aren't even registered?

[@PlaneJaned]

Smooth brains like you should be required to learn the difference between emotional support animals and service animals and the different rights of each before you say stupid things on the internet.

[@retiredtidepodeater3339]

@@PlaneJaned You obviously have the IQ and critical thinking abilities of a 4th grader... And that's being generous. Did you watch the video, you muppet? The ONLY thing this horse does is pick up crap when the owner drops it - That's virtually the ONLY requirement it needs to be licensed and certified as as a "service animal". The overwhelming majority of pet dogs will fetch or retrieve an item at their owners request, thus making them "service dog" worthy. The criteria for ESA's is even more ridiculous, as they don't even have to be trained to perform a function, THUS why I made the comment that I did you absolutely fool. I know you're not that bright but the whole point is that requirements for BOTH SA's and ESA's need to be rehauled, genius.

[@NuggieIsMissing]

@@retiredtidepodeater3339 You really don’t know how service animals work so go watch some service animals being trained and come back when you’ve educated yourself. Especially once you’ve educated yourself on oh I don’t know: federal laws regarding what counts as a service animal

[@MrGonzo38]

This is getting ridiculous. These stunts are all part of ppl who can never get enough attention

[@laneysteam1152]

MrGonzo23 people needing service animals is a real thing and not people getting attention most handlers just want to live our life and wished we didn’t get the attention we do

[@billyakin3301]

Which one is the "Service Animal"?

[@garytravis5669]

I hope they do ban mini horses off flights. Uber and lyft drivers would technically be forced to put this horse in their car. Or be fired. With the current policy In place. All fine until they drop a big bull dookie all over your backseat and floor.

[@9786oof]

Gary Travis who tf is trying to get their pony into an Uber

[@garytravis5669]

Audrey Lukas....... well try to stop them. They will use the law to get you fired for something that doesn’t make common sense. Why do you think we have those packets in beef jerky that say “do not eat.” Cause some idiot died and the family sued a company cause they ate something they should not have anyways.

[@brooklynword9589]

Gary Travis 🤦🏻‍♀️ there is a reason you can’t pet them... distracting service animals can mean the handler gets hurt

[@NuggieIsMissing]

Good luck with trying to argue with a federal law buddy

[@NuggieIsMissing]

Some animals work better for people than the run of the mill dog or cat

[@petermacera9343]

I love animals, but this is ridiculous. Is a service dog not trendy enough for her?

[@pohakumana4288]

Maybe this is what she has access to. Service Dogs cost $28K did you know that? Don't be judgemental without KNOWING the facts. Which aren't your business anyway.

[@pavlara]

Pohaku Mana I think by ‘service dog’ he’s referring to the trend of designer dogs filed as service dogs so people don’t have to store them with the luggage. Supposedly needed for peoples mental well-being. Not actual service dogs like for a blind person.

[@brooklynword9589]

um it isn't ridiculous. Some reasons are horses are bigger so they can do heavy mobility and live way longer than any dog i know. Another reason is allergies.

[@servicedogonabudget180]

@@pavlara the "service animals" you are referring to for mental disabilities are real. There is a difference between a psych sd and an esa. I have a psych dog but she is multifunctional meaning she does medical tasks as well for me but she is more of a psych dog and does tasks such as leg tapping alert, anxiety attack disruption, dpt, guiding me out of a building or room, and more yeah some people fake psych dogs but some people also fake being blind

[@PlaneJaned]

So service mini horses are actually a great option for a service animal. They can be trained to perform many of the same tasks as dogs and are capable of providing more support to people w/mobility issues than dogs. It also costs between $20,000-60,000 to train a service animal and most service dogs only have a working lifespan of 8 years. Mini horse can live and work for decades, so it’s a lot more cost efficient to train and use mini horses as service animals. They are also a great option for people who can’t use service dogs because of allergies.

[@billyakin3301]

Absolutely ridiculous!!!!

[@pohakumana4288]

u r

[@Existential_Dread]

Billy Akin you are completely unable of explaining why you think that, though, which is kind of awesome in and of itself.

[@HannahniahMarin]

Billy Akin Mini horses are WAY better for mobility. Dogs aren’t strong enough for it. People who need mobility service animals are better off getting a mini horse than a dog. Dogs can do mobility, but they have a limit. While mini horses also have a limit, it’s not like a dogs. She also may be allergic to dogs, therefore can’t get one. Maybe due to religious beliefs, a horse is better. You never know. A mini horse is totally legal, so leave her alone!

[@kpps2341]

Sorry but thats a little stupid.. A service horse. Guess ill make my turtle my service animal then.. Wow just wow and they let her do that too.

[@lorm.3153]

Can your turtle pick up anything for you

[@brooklynword9589]

It really isn’t. Read federal law before commenting it’s stupid. I have a service dog that I need and miniature horses in the USA are just as valid as a dog

[@PlaneJaned]

So service mini horses are actually a great option for a service animal. They can be trained to perform many of the same tasks as dogs and are capable of providing more support to people w/mobility issues than dogs. It also costs between $20,000-60,000 to train a service animal and most service dogs only have a working lifespan of 8 years. Mini horse can live and work for decades, so it’s a lot more cost efficient to train and use mini horses as service animals. They are also a great option for people who can’t use service dogs because of allergies.

[@johnnyjohnson6815]

So you just get a service animal if you’re fat and have no self esteem?

[@goldevines3047]

You know what an autoimmune disease is right.. and you can see from his gear he's also for mobility.

[@brainsmall]

she has an incurable disease that the horse it trained to help her mitigate. horses are more suited to heavy mobility than dogs, and she grew up with horses and its better for her to have a service horse than a dog. some fisabled people,like aubrey who is flirty the service horse's handler, are allergic to dogs but still need a service animal. service horses can do everything a dog can, they can alert and respond to seizures, blopd sugar frops, heart rate, etc

[@trini4life319]

You can't have peanuts in some places because people are Allergic. But people want to bring the so call support animal everywhere when they're a lot of people Allergic to animals.

[@goldevines3047]

The only place I know of that you can't bring peanuts are classrooms and certain school lunch tables but ok. And in case you don't know how allergies work; unless you're next to or interacting with your allergen you won't have a reaction. Not to mention he isn't a support animal; he's a mobility service animal. ESAs aren't allowed in public, and in the bill discussed in the video, they're planning to ban ESAs from airlines as well.

[@jennifergreco1403]

Selfish woman. Those are terribly unnatural conditions for a horse to endure, I dont care what size it is. Inhumane.

[@lorm.3153]

The horse is having a better life than the homeless people in the USA

[@liikeme]

Animal abuse

[@lorm.3153]

The horse is living a better life then the homeless people in the USA.

[@goldevines3047]

how??

[@bibie9462]

A "service" animal who can only "pick up things" for someone who obviously has the flexibility, muscle strength and physical ability to drag a horse all over the country? What nonsense!! But, of course we all must "be kind" and ignore this entitled woman's blatant exploitation of policies designed for people who literally can't function without a service animal. YUK.

[@brooklynword9589]

Bibi E just because they didn’t show all the tasks doesn’t mean that’s all he does for her... and you don’t know that at all. You don’t know her doctor and you haven’t heard if chronic pain... I need my dog to pick stuff up for me and I look fine (he’s a service dog). And no they will get sued if they dint let her on because it’s federal law. No one can bypass that... that her disability isn’t any of your business .

[@brooklynword9589]

Bibi E I look perfectly normal and yet here I am with a service dog... soo

[@bibie9462]

@@brooklynword9589 I have an incurable disease and have been in chronic pain for over 10 years. Eventually I'll need help getting around so anyone who insists on dragging a HORSE onto a plane is jeopardizing my future (and your current) legal rights to travel with a service animal. So, yes this is absolutely my and every other disabled person's business. Too many exceptions to the rules end up negating the rules entirely. But, I suspect you'll be the first to complain when the laws are reversed and the airlines won't allow any animals on board AT ALL thanks to people who demand the flying public tolerate their horse, boa constrictor or pig.

[@brooklynword9589]

Bibi E I have a service dog for medical reasons... so wtf are you going off about. I would love the laws to be stricter but they aren’t

[@brooklynword9589]

Bibi E you aren’t her doctor and I would think you would understand the most but nvm I guess 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@chilant]

A normal person who loses mobility to walk buys a cane or a walker . Some even buy a plastic grabber to avoid bending over or get to items that may be a bit out of their reach. There are a lot of products that make day to day life easy for people who are less mobile . So why would any one get a mini service horse FOR ATTENTION.

[@HannahniahMarin]

It's not for attention. It's medical equipment and totally legal. Having a service animal gets you negative attention more than anything, and it sucks. But having a service animal is the only way to live life without constant fear. Stop being rude to disabled people, and instead be grateful that you have a normal life and don't have to be careful about everything you do, for fear you might end up in the hospital.

[@Michael-cs3li]

Exactly, she's a major attention seeker

[@Michael-cs3li]

@@HannahniahMarin It is just for attention. You are a supporter of animal abuse.

[@Techrideretc.6793]

Read the ada mini horses and dogs can be service animals gosh

[@lillyperez7820]

This is getting out of hand, done with these privileged.

[@flippy2208]

Lilly Perez it’s a task trained service animal.... it’s just like someone with a guide dog

[@HannahniahMarin]

Okay boomer

[@XW1NT3RXS0LD13RX]

apart from the pooping, i rather have a miniature horse on a plane than a crying baby......at least one of them isn't crying all night long disrupting your and everyones sleep and they behave better than humans n that goes for most pets, i

[@carolynsamuel5351]

Why aren't people getting dogs. Why a miniature horse? How do we know this service animal won't poop on the carpet of the plane? Or if it has fleas.

[@PlaneJaned]

So service mini horses are actually a great option for a service animal. They can be trained to perform many of the same tasks as dogs and are capable of providing more support to people w/mobility issues than dogs. It also costs between $20,000-60,000 to train a service animal and most service dogs only have a working lifespan of 8 years. Mini horse can live and work for decades, so it’s a lot more cost efficient to train and use mini horses as service animals. They are also a great option for people who can’t use service dogs because of allergies. Mini horses can also be house trained just like dogs.

[@johnzabik270]

Just wanted attention that's all

[@HannahniahMarin]

Okay boomer

[@johnzabik270]

Are you serious..a dog or something like smaller but a minature horse.. If I ever saw that thing on the plane and I was boarding it..I would be WTF!!... Would have gotten off and got another flight..

[@HannahniahMarin]

Then you do that boomer.