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When you’re searching for an apartment as a pet owner, chances are there are a few extra items on your wish list. To make day-to-day life easier, more convenient, and fulfilling for your pet, make sure the building you’re considering renting in is truly pet friendly, at a minimum. Even better, look for accommodations that go beyond and also offer pet-friendly features you can both take full advantage of. Here are our suggestions for what to look for in an apartment as a pet owner.
A Grooming Station
Everyone knows how messy a job it can be to have to wrangle your dog into the bath. Not having to do this in your own apartment and having a dedicated space for it in the building is the ultimate convenience—and a really thoughtful touch. Some buildings now come with great facilities on site that include a washing, drying, and grooming station for your fur baby. Having access to a fully equipped pet spa adds a lot of value to your rental accommodations as it’s sure to be a well-used feature.
Nearby Green Space
You’ll also want to make sure that the building is well-located—and not just in terms of transit, school, or work. The best home for an adventurous pet will include lots of surrounding green space, parkland, and trails located nearby so that the two of you can go exploring on a regular basis and enjoy a multitude of landscapes. Ideally there is also an off-leash dog park within walking distance that you can visit. Be sure to consider the streetscape around you and choose a welcoming environment for your pet.
Opportunities For Exercise On-Site
There are always challenging weather days to contend with and the best buildings have facilities in place to ensure that pets can get the daily exercise they need year-round. Look for an apartment building that includes an outdoor dog run or that has some green space onsite that is dedicated exclusively for pets. It will surely come in handy on those early mornings and late nights, on rainy days, or when too much ice or snow makes your usual walk together too difficult.
Value-Added Extras
What might once have been considered a luxury is quickly becoming the norm. Pet owners enjoy making use of the fantastic extras being offered at many apartment buildings. Some have a full-service day spa or grooming facilities, and on-site pet-sitting. Others have a full-time pet concierge who can book walks or vet appointments for you. Some even have specialized ventilation built-in to help curb pet odors!
Looking at a potential rental apartment from the perspective of your pet can help you decide which features you’re likely to get the most use from. Thanks for reading and don’t forget to follow the Medallion blog for more helpful tips for renters with pets.
