Tenant wants a dog because he says it is a service animal

[Bryce Ropp]

Hi!

I'm a new landlord. I just put a listing on Facebook and got a message from a guy who said he has a service animal and my no animal policy doesn't count. I checked out his profile and he's a trucker and can run around, so it sounds like he just wants a dog for free.

Can I (without getting sued--

Ask what kind disability he has that requires a dog?

Ask him to see the doctors note allowing it?

Ask if it is an emotional support animal?

Can I deny his emotional support animal?

Thanks for your help! I just don't want to get a lawsuit on my first day