Can I use my emotional support animal as a deduction on my tax return?

viewocean360 · ‎February 10, 2025

Wher would I place that deduction in my tax return?

xmasbaby0 · ‎February 10, 2025

No. Only a certified service animal can be entered on a tax return as a medical expense. By that we mean certified to help with blindness, deafness, seizure disorders, etc.

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silverhart · ‎April 15, 2025

The guidance here is incorrect. The US does not have an official certification process for service animals of any kind.

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Can I use my emotional support animal as a deduction on my tax return?