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North Dakota Service Dog Laws at a Glance

Written by: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP)
Medically Reviewed by Evelyn Daley MSW, LCSW
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The ADA protects service dog handlers in every state. North Dakota adds its own rules in N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02 — here is what that means for you, with a link to each official source.

Public access lawN.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02
Service dogs in trainingCovered — N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02.1Trainers must notify an onsite manager and carry photo ID from a recognized training program.
Fake service dog penaltyAn infractionN.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02.2
Harming a service dogWillfully injuring/killing: class C felony + civil penalty up to $10,000; harassing/interfering: class A misd. + up to $5,000.N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-06
Dog license feeNo statewide exemptionNormal local dog-license rules apply; some cities and counties waive the fee on request.
Where to file a complaintNorth Dakota Department of Labor and Human RightsFile within 180 days of the incident.

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North Dakota Service Dog FAQ

Do I have to register my service dog in North Dakota?

No. Neither the ADA nor N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02 requires registration, and businesses may not demand it.

What can a business in North Dakota ask about my service dog?

Only two questions: is the dog required because of a disability, and what task is it trained to perform. No documents, demonstrations or pet fees.

Can I take a service dog in training into public places in North Dakota?

Yes. The ADA doesn't cover dogs in training, but North Dakota does under N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02.1 — trainers must notify an onsite manager and carry photo ID from a recognized training program.

Is it illegal to pass off a pet as a service dog in North Dakota?

Yes. Under N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02.2, it is an infraction.

What happens if someone harms or interferes with my service dog in North Dakota?

North Dakota treats it as a specific offense under N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-06: Willfully injuring/killing: class C felony + civil penalty up to $10,000; harassing/interfering: class A misd. + up to $5,000. Report it to local police, and keep vet bills and witness details.

How do I file a complaint if I'm refused access in North Dakota?

File with the North Dakota Department of Labor and Human Rights within 180 days of the incident, or with the U.S. Department of Justice at ADA.gov.

Can I fly with my service dog from Fargo (FAR)?

Yes. Airlines at Fargo (FAR) must accept trained service dogs in the cabin free of charge; most ask for the DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form in advance.

Are service dogs allowed in rental housing in North Dakota?

Generally yes. Trained service dogs are a reasonable accommodation under the federal Fair Housing Act and N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.5, so landlords should waive no-pet rules and pet fees, with narrow exceptions such as some small owner-occupied buildings.

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Official Sources

  1. N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-02 — service animal public access
  2. N.D. Cent. Code § 25-13-06 — harming or interfering with a service dog
  3. N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.5 — housing
  4. North Dakota Department of Labor and Human Rights — complaints
  5. ADA Requirements: Service Animals (U.S. Department of Justice) — federal rules
  6. Service Animals (U.S. Department of Transportation) — air travel

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This summary of North Dakota law was last reviewed in October 2026 and is general information, not legal advice. United States Service Dogs is a private registration service, not a government agency.