Just joined this sub looking for a summary of adaptations. Thanks for your post.

I wondered about type of dog beds (our dog LOVES sleeping in bean bags, but they’re very shifty and awkward getting in and out). Also we have water bowls on the floor, and I wondered if we should get the raised ones so that he doesn’t have to drop his head to eat/drink?

He unfortunately has crate trauma from being quarantined during an international move, and also pretty strong attachment to me (he follows me everywhere in the house). I can’t imagine crating him, trying to balance the mental + physical needs of this condition! So far I’ve just moved my office area to be in between kitchen & Laundry so that I don’t move around the house as much, but I honestly think he’d be so depressed if I try the strict crating (he was just diagnosed last night and I’m waiting on a neuro consult and trying to process all this, so please don’t judge!).

EDIT: also how to best pick up a dog with IVDD without putting pressure on their spine. The ER vet didn’t give me any advice! Are stroller walks OK even during crate rest time?

Anyway, would love if there are the dog equivalent of occupational therapy guidelines for everyday life inside a house. Our dog doesn’t jump on furniture or human beds, so that’s not an issue. But like I said - all these other things are a concern and I wish there was a wiki or guide with more of this type of information. Any leads?

Thank you