Welcoming a service dog into your home is a life-changing opportunity, and like all major life events, requires plenty of preparation. You’ll need to make some minor, but important, modifications to make your home accessible for your new companion. Use the following guide to optimize your home inside and out will help your service dog easily adapt to his new surroundings and help you navigate your daily tasks with ease.
The Exterior of Your Home
Even if you don’t plan to spend much time outdoors, there will still be some modifications you’ll need to make to the exterior of your home to ensure it is accessible and safe for your service dog.
Driveway and Garage
Whether you park in your driveway or garage, the key consideration for these areas is adequate space. If your service dog will assist you into and out of the car, there should be plenty of room for both of you to maneuver and load safely.
- Your driveway should be at least 12 feet wide to allow for easy access, though you may want even more space if you have large equipment to consider like a chair lift or ramp. This is especially important if you have a raised driveway or [...]