Roommate Dilemma: Service Dog or Eviction?

Imagine owning a house and having a roommate who helps with bills. Life is good, until your roommate, who suffers from seizures and anxiety, is recommended by her doctor to get a service dog. The problem? You’re severely allergic to dogs. This is the situation one homeowner found themselves in, and it’s causing quite the stir. Let’s dive into the details of this dramatic roommate showdown.

Roommate J’s Health Struggles

Doctor’s Recommendation

Reaching Out for a Service Dog

Allergy Troubles

J’s Solution: Non-Allergenic Dogs

Allergy Pills Aren’t Enough

J’s Response: Life-Threatening vs. Discomfort

Family Weighs In

J’s Feelings Hurt

Service Dog Showdown: Who’s Right?

In this intense roommate battle, we have J, who’s been recommended a service dog to help with her seizures and anxiety, and the homeowner, who’s severely allergic to dogs. J suggests getting a non-allergenic dog, but the allergies persist, and medicine only provides mild relief. The homeowner gives J an ultimatum: the dog stays outside, or J moves out. Family and friends are divided, with some siding with J’s life-threatening condition and others sympathizing with the homeowner’s allergies. So, who’s in the right here? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this dilemma.

Disabled commenter supports OP’s right to live allergy-free

Allergic roommate and service dog owner can’t coexist. NAH.

Allergies can be life-threatening, service dog or not

Allergic roommate dilemma: Service dog or eviction? NAH solution.

Accommodating a service dog without eviction – reasonable compromise.

Respecting allergies: Service dog or eviction? NTA wins.

Allergy-free safe-space vs service dog dilemma ‍♀️

Allergic to dogs, even ‘hypoallergenic’ ones. No compromise possible.

Allergy sufferer advises against getting a service dog

NTA. Putting health first and not obligated to endure discomfort.

Allergy sufferer empathizes, recommends legal consultation for roommate dilemma.

NAH, both sides have valid concerns about service dog dilemma.

Affording service dog training vs. eviction: a tough choice.

Allergic roommate dilemma: NTA, kick her out ❌

Allergies are life-threatening too. NTA for not accommodating roommate’s dog

Roommate wants a service dog, but OP has allergies. NAH.

Compassionate response suggests alternative to service dog for seizures

NTA. Firm stance on roommate’s dog and family’s interference.

Respectful NTA comment defends right to shared space preferences.

Legal liability concerns raised in delicate service dog dilemma. NTA.

Allergic roommate and service dog owner incompatible. NTA.

Roommate’s service dog request causes discomfort, NAH in dilemma

Allergic roommate stands firm on no dogs policy. NTA.

Compassionate suggestion for roommate’s dog dilemma

YTA for not understanding the importance of a service dog

NTA for prioritizing your physical health over friend’s mental health

Conflicting needs: service dog vs allergies. Sucky situation.

Suggesting alternative solutions could have avoided conflict.

NTA with allergies, suggest roommate meet dog elsewhere before moving out

Respectful disagreement over service dog in shared living space

Service dog or eviction? Homeowner’s dilemma, NTA for choosing eviction.

Allergic roommate is NTA for not allowing non-service dog

Roommate’s severe allergy poses risk to their health. NTA.

Hypoallergenic dogs not safe for allergies, NTA for eviction decision.

Win-win solution suggested for conflicting medical conditions

Roommate’s safety vs. homeowner’s right to refuse service dog

Know your housing laws before evicting a disabled tenant.

Roommate with special needs dilemma, no compromise, NAH.

User suggests finding new houseshare for service dog owner

Respectful NTA comment prioritizes health over roommate’s needs

Roommate’s need for service dog creates conflict in shared home. ESH.

Chronic illness and allergies cause roommate conflict over service dog. NTA.

Allergies are no joke, but can family help find housing?

Allergic roommate vs service dog: NAH, but whose rights prevail?

Balancing medical needs and comfort in shared living spaces

Incompatibility leads to tough decisions. Time to part ways.

NTA has the right to refuse a dog, but don’t judge.

Allergies and service dogs don’t mix. NTA made the right call.

Allergic roommate suggests options for service dog dilemma

Consulting a lawyer is the right move, but it won’t be easy

Tips for living with allergies and pets.

Legal advice needed for service dog vs. allergy dilemma

Your property, your rules. Health issues aside, NTA

Navigating service dog accommodations in shared housing.

Offering help to a family friend in need is decent

Living with a dog could threaten your life? NTA decision.

Dog allergies? NTA suggests not letting service dog in house.

Know your local laws and prioritize your health.

Seek legal counsel for service dog disputes. ‍ ‍

Service dog owner empathizes with allergies, warns of discrimination risks.

Allergic roommate should not be forced to live with dog

Consult a lawyer specializing in landlord-tenancy laws for service dog.

Service dog handler advises eviction for allergic roommate. NTA.

Balancing needs of a service dog and allergies is tough

Balancing health needs in a shared living space

Setting boundaries with housemates: Respect OP’s ‘no’ to dog

Tenant’s allergy concerns, NTA suggests ending lease ASAP.

Navigating conflicting access needs in cohabitation requires compromise.

Homeowner’s allergy takes priority in service dog dilemma. NTA

NTA but insensitive comment. Her worsening condition justifies service dog.

Lease determines rights. NTA. No lease, no lawsuit.

Service dog debate: commenter says not their responsibility, suggests alternative.

Respectful NTA comment suggests finding a better living situation

Standing up for oneself against unreasonable demands.

Respect your space and stand up for your needs.

Incompatible roommates: disability vs allergies and seizures ‍♀️

Allergies are a serious issue, not just an inconvenience

Balancing health needs in co-habitation, no clear solution. ‍♀️ ‍♂️

NAH. Both have medical conditions, help her find a new place.

Service dog helpful for J, but unfair for roommate’s allergies. NTA.

A labradoodle service dog for a diabetic child at $18k . Is it worth it?

A tough health issue for both roommates, a dog could kill you, a seizure could kill her. NAH

NAH. Service dogs are important but allergies shouldn’t be ignored. Help her find a new place?

Roommate’s service dog dilemma leads to living arrangement changes. NAH.

Allergic to dogs but NTA supports service animals in public.

Can she afford a legitimate service dog? Cost can be astronomical

Allergic to hypoallergenic dog, NTA suggests not living with allergies.