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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), patrons with service dogs are welcomed into Wardman Library. Whittier College faculty, students and staff are permitted to bring a non-service dog into the Library, provided guidelines are followed. Service dog and non-service dog owners must adhere to the Dog Policy Acknowledgment guidelines below during their visit to Wardman Library.

Wardman Library seeks to provide a safe and productive environment for all its users and staff.  Please observe the following dog guidelines:

• All dogs must be leashed or harnessed at all times.  An exception is for service dogs whose work or the individual’s disability prevents using a leash or harness.
• All dogs must not be left unattended at any time.
• All dogs cannot display disruptive behavior such as barking or growling.
• The dog’s owner/handler is responsible for any upkeep or clean-up for the animal. 

A patron with a dog may be relocated within the library due to other users’ allergies or a fear/anxiety towards dogs. 

If a dog’s behavior does not conform to these guidelines, or poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others it may not remain in the Library and its privileges revoked. If the service dog is excluded from the Library, the individual with the disability is welcomed to stay and will be reasonably accommodated by library staff.