I use a service dog and people constantly try to pet him or distract him while he is working, then get offended when I tell them to stop like I am being rude.
More people experience this than they realize.
The public's desire for connection with animals overrides respect for disabled people's medical needs, revealing a hierarchy of whose comfort matters.
“Where Are You with Disability & Accessibility?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.