Can an older Iowan keep two support animals?
You can ask. When the request covers more than one animal, Iowa Code 216.8B lets the landlord ask for supporting information for each one.
Iowa · Older adults
Emotional Support Animal Letters for Iowa Seniors
Whether you are moving into an apartment in town or staying in the home you know, the animal who keeps you company matters. A clinician licensed in Iowa can tell you after a free screening whether an ESA letter is supported, without a trip to an office.
Easy online questions
Evaluated from your chair
Billing only after a yes
LifeLong Links
Iowa's aging and disability resource line
866-468-7887Weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Three Easy Steps From Home
Answer at your pace
The screening asks about your health, your animal and your housing, and you can take breaks.
Talk with a clinician
A clinician licensed in Iowa reviews your answers and holds a telehealth visit when appropriate.
Receive the result
If a letter is supported, you choose a plan and it arrives by email. If not, nothing is charged.
Iowa ESA and Psychiatric Service Dog Letter Pricing for Seniors
Clear pricing for emotional support animal and psychiatric service dog letters written by a licensed mental health professional. Your screening is free, and you pay only if a clinician supports a letter and you decide to continue.
ESA Housing Letter For One Pet
$149
Best option for most renters with one emotional support animal
- Free online screening with a licensed psychotherapist
- Telehealth evaluation when clinically indicated
- Letter written for ESA housing requests
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
- Follow up clarification for landlords included
Most Popular
ESA Housing Letter For Multiple Pets
$159
For people who have more than one emotional support animal in the home
- Free clinical screening that covers up to three ESA dogs or cats
- All approved animals listed together on a single ESA housing letter
- Letter tailored for apartments and rental homes
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
- Support for landlord questions about pet deposits and rent
Psychiatric Service Dog Evaluation
$199
For people who may qualify for a task-trained psychiatric service dog
- Free initial screening with a licensed psychotherapist
- Telehealth evaluation focused on symptoms and the tasks the dog is trained to do
- Letter describing the disability-related need and task support
- Clinically grounded documentation, not a generic certificate
- Follow up clarification for housing providers included
Bundle Packages
Save more with combined document bundles
BUNDLE
ESA Letter + Certificate Bundle
$199
ESA letter and certificate in one package
- ESA letter from a licensed professional
- ESA certificate with QR code verification
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
- Valid for 1 year with renewal reminders
BEST VALUE
PSD Letter + Certificate + ID Card
$225
Complete PSD documentation: letter, certificate and ID card
- PSD letter from a licensed professional
- PSD certificate with QR code verification
- PSD ID card with photo and barcode
- Digital delivery within 24-48 hours after payment
Clinically reviewed
Secure payment
24-48 hr delivery
No hidden fees
American Service Animals does not sell ESA registrations. All letters are based on real clinical evaluations.
Iowa Per-Animal Paperwork Checklist
Iowa lets a landlord ask for records for every animal in a request. Tick what you already have for each one, and the checklist shows what is still missing.
Iowa's Six Area Agencies on Aging
Since July 1, 2023, the Iowa Department on Aging has been part of Iowa HHS. It connects older Iowans with services through six regional Area Agencies on Aging, and LifeLong Links can point you to the right one.
- Aging Resources of Central IowaDes Moines
- ConnectionsCouncil Bluffs, 800-432-9209
- ElderbridgeMason City
- HeritageCedar Rapids
- MilestonesDavenport
- Northeast IowaOffices include Dubuque
Iowa Rules Worth Keeping by the Phone
Registrations do not count
Iowa Code 216.8B treats an online registration, ID card, patch or certificate as insufficient. A licensed clinician's written finding is what a landlord can rely on.
Your diagnosis stays private
A landlord may not ask for information that reveals a diagnosis or its severity, or for medical records.
Complaints in 300 days
The Iowa Civil Rights Commission accepts housing complaints within 300 days of the last incident at 1-800-457-4416.
Questions Older Iowans Ask About ESA Letters
Flash cards for your next talk with a landlord
What records should I gather for each animal?
A landlord may require proof that each animal complies with state and local licensing and vaccination rules, so keep a current license and rabies record for every animal you list.
Who answers questions about aging services in Iowa?
LifeLong Links, Iowa's aging and disability resource line, answers at 866-468-7887 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and connects callers with the six Area Agencies on Aging.
Which Area Agency on Aging serves Council Bluffs and Sioux City?
Connections Area Agency on Aging covers 20 counties in southwestern and western Iowa, with offices in Council Bluffs, Sioux City and Creston and a toll-free line at 800-432-9209.
Do I have to leave home for the evaluation?
No. The screening is online, and a clinician licensed in Iowa reviews it and meets you by telehealth when appropriate.
Can my landlord charge me for damage my animal causes?
Yes. Iowa Code 216.8B keeps the tenant liable for damage caused by an assistance animal, along with the usual landlord and tenant remedies.
More Iowa Guides
General information for older adults in Iowa, current as of October 2026, and not legal or medical advice. The checklist reflects what Iowa Code 216.8B allows a landlord to ask for; your landlord's own forms may differ. Screening does not guarantee a letter. In a crisis, call or text 988, or call Your Life Iowa at 855-581-8111 any hour.
Keep Your Iowa Companion at Home
Begin the free screening today. If a clinician licensed in Iowa supports a letter, your papers will be ready to go with it.
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