Last updated 2026-07-17 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
A service animal's gear and routine need to stay intact through a move. Keep documentation accessible, confirm housing rights, and preserve their working routine through travel days.
Key task: Keep service animal documentation accessible, not packed away
Key task: Know your housing rights before the move
Key task: Notify your new landlord or building in advance
Key task: Maintain the animal's working routine through moving day
Key task: Pack a dedicated bag for the animal's gear
Key task: Give the animal time to acclimate to new work environments
Anyone moving with a trained service or assistance animal.