Thanks to recent changes in the Fair Housing Act and the Rehabilitation Act, college and university dorms are now required to allow students with disabilities to board alongside their emotional support animals.

Over the last decade, emotional support animals (ESA) have become increasingly popular worldwide. Humans and dogs have a strong relationship that goes back centuries. Other than being extremely adorable and loving, dogs can also help those struggling with mental issues.

If you are looking to make your pet an ESA, or Emotional Support Animal, you may have already encountered dozens and dozens, perhaps even hundreds of online companies and schools claiming to provide that service.

So many folks around the world struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses that make daily life taxing and difficult. In fact, almost 1 out of every 5 adults in the United States has a diagnosable mental illness.

Animals can quickly elevate your mood, and for veterans suffering from PTSD or emotional distress, this is even more important. An animal can be by your side at all times even when it seems like no one else is.