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Fake service dogs putting people 'at risk'

Trained service dogs often act as the eyes, ears, arms or legs of their disabled handlers, helping them cross the street, get on elevators and do other daily tasks. But spotting a true service dog is not always easy.
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Trained service dogs often act as the eyes, ears, arms or legs of their disabled handlers, helping them cross the street, get on elevators and do other daily tasks. But spotting a true service dog is not always easy.

Reporter : Monica Laliberte
Photographer : David McCorkle
Producer : Jenn Sorber Smith
Posted 2013-11-18T18:01:36-0500 - Updated 2013-11-18T18:01:36-0500