Which of the following statements is true regarding a guide dog in a "no pets" apartment building?

A guide dog is considered a necessary service animal for individuals with disabilities and is not categorized as a pet. Under the law, particularly the Fair Housing Act, reasonable accommodations must be made for individuals with disabilities, which includes allowing service animals in housing accommodations that otherwise have "no pets" policies. This ensures that individuals who rely on these animals for assistance can live comfortably and receive the necessary support from their service dogs.

The concept of reasonable accommodation means that landlords must allow these guide dogs as they fulfill an essential function for their owners, helping them navigate their living environment safely. This exemption from "no pets" policies helps to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Other options do not align with the legal protections provided for service animals. For example, claiming that a guide dog may visit but cannot reside contradicts the rights of individuals needing such assistance. Treating guide dogs as regular pets fails to recognize their critical role in supporting individuals with disabilities. Lastly, the responsibility for damages caused by a service animal generally does not fall on the landlord, as the accommodation is considered a legal obligation to facilitate the tenant's needs, assuming typical pet ownership responsibilities do not apply in this context.