support animal
nounUK /səˈpɔːt ˈænɪməl/
US /səˈpɔːrt ˈænɪməl/
A support animal is a pet that helps a person feel calm and safe.
Her dog is a support animal that goes with her to the doctor.
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2. An animal that gives emotional comfort to someone with a mental health condition.
He registered his cat as an emotional support animal.
3. A trained animal that helps a person with a disability do daily tasks.
The support animal opened doors for its owner.
4. A pet allowed in housing or on transport because its owner needs it.
The airline let the support animal sit near its owner.