Mt Whitney Zone Forums General Discussion Comfort Dogs in the Backcountry?

The following is a response from Inyo National Forest out of Lone Pine regarding "comfort dogs."

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Hi Paul,

We have noticed the increase in visitors with pets that do not meet the Americans with Disabilities Act definition of a service animal.
On the Inyo National Forest side of the Sierra pets are allowed. We do inform visitors about the National Park policy on animals when they are issued a wilderness permit with a travel plan into the Parks.

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So, is there a difference in understanding between the two entities?

paul