Can a Guide Horse use public transportation?
Yes. The Americans with Disabilities Act guarantees the right of any service animal to use public transportation. With proper training, a Guide Horse can be trained to enter taxis, busses and subways. Can a Guide Horse use escalators and elevators? Yes. Part of the basic training for all Guide Horses includes elevator and escalator training. However. A Guide horse is trained to choose a ramp instead of using an escalator or stairs wherever possible. Are Guide Horses compatible with cats and dogs? A Guide Horse is very compatible with house pets. During their training, a Guide Horse shares common areas with cats and dogs and they learn to get along quite well. However, unsupervised large dogs are a serious threat to Guide Horses. Dogs are predators by nature, and a large dog should never be left alone with a Guide Horse. Can a Guide Horse be trained to stay home without a fence? A Guide Horse will have a natural desire to stay with their herd. In a Guide situation, the horse bonds with
