Petition · past parliament · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Legal protections for autism therapy and disability dogs
Closed
70 signatures
What the petition asks
Create legislative protection for therapy and assistant dogs of all types so that they can enter establishments and are permitted in rental properties. Legislation should not just cover guide dogs.
We think this would have a significant impact on many people who rely on therapy dogs for assistance, for example those with autism and mental health issues. We think this legislation will stop landlords from being able to refuse tenancies based on tenants having therapy dogs.
Timeline
| 18 Aug 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Feb 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
70
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
18 Aug 2023
Closed
18 Feb 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.