For a college student, keeping a dog in a room is a lifestyle choice that balances extreme stress with deep companionship. Duke Community Standard Animals on Campus - Duke Community Standard
Legally permitted to assist individuals with disabilities and can accompany handlers nearly everywhere on campus.
Must be approved through the Student Disability Access Office before moving in.
Officially, the Duke Community Standard prohibits pets like dogs, cats, and birds in university residence halls. However, there are significant exceptions for and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) .
Because of these accommodations, it is increasingly common to see "dorm dogs" across West and East Campus. The "Dorm Dog" Lifestyle