Is it just me or does everyone seem to have an emotional support animal these days? It seems like everywhere I go people are taking their dogs with them and many use the excuse that the dog is an emotional support animal. Of course we know many are just saying that and have no real need for taking their dog everywhere. I have no problem with those who legitimately need the services of an emotional support animal, but I'm glad to see businesses cracking down. The latest example? A woman tried to board a United flight with an emotional support peacock. A peacock! United rightly said no.

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