Types of Emotional Support Animals in California

Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and other emotional support animals in California: apartment-friendly choices, breed considerations, and basic training.

Any domesticated animal that provides comfort can be an emotional support animal; there is no breed list and no certification. These guides help California residents choose an ESA that fits their home and lifestyle, from apartment-friendly dogs and cats to quieter companions, and cover the basic manners landlords expect.

California guides in this section

• Best Emotional Support Animals for California Apartments — A Clinician-vetted Lineup

More California ESA guides

• Do You Qualify for an ESA Letter in California?
• ESA Housing Rights in California
• How to Get an ESA Letter in California
• Real vs. Fake ESA Letters in California