Friday, December 1, 2017

Tips For Finding Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals Palm Springs

By Pamela Morris


For most people, renting an apartment is the most cost effective housing options available. Due to the increased demand for rental space and the increasing rent, finding an affordable and decent apartment can be challenging, especially if you have a pet such as a rabbit, cat, dog, bird or reptile. In order to find pet friendly apartment rentals Palm Springs residents should take the following steps.

One of the things you can do to find a pet friendly apartment is to use online tools to narrow down your search. Apartment listing websites will enable you to weed out the properties that do not explicitly accept pets. This way, you will not like a particular property only to find out later that your companion animal is not welcome. Some websites also list pet friendly rentals exclusively.

Another option is to search for properties that are managed by their owners. Negotiating with a private landlord is easier than doing the same with an apartment manager. If a property that is managed professionally has a strict no pet policy, it is hard for your companion animal to be accepted.

It also matters how big your pet is. If you are looking to get one on a later date, you should consider getting one that is small in size. Most pet policies prefer dogs that do not exceed a given amount of weight, usually between 20 and 50 pounds.

Proving to the landlord that you are not a bad tenant can also increase your chances of finding a pet friendly apartment. You should also prove that your companion animal is not likely to cause trouble. You can achieve this by requesting pet walkers or sitters, your former landlords and obedience trainers to give you recommendation letters. You can also create a resume of your companion animal that stipulates its age, size, breed, medical information and certifications. It is also important to schedule an interview with the owner of the property to give him or her a chance to see your companion animal and gauge its behavior.

Some properties will accept your companion animal only if you pay a pet deposit up front. It is wise to make this deposit, especially if the owner of the property does not accept pets easily. This is an indication that you have confidence in your companion animal. The landlord will also have peace of mind knowing that the cost of removing stains or repairing scratched floors will be covered by the pet deposit.

Choosing a good location is also essential. Some areas are more suitable for pets than others. After finding pet friendly apartments, consider if there are parks where you can take the animal for a walk nearby. You should also consider if there are nearby boarding kennels where you can drop off your companion animal when you are away.

Some pet friendly apartments also offer services such as on site training, grooming and events for pet owners. If you can afford to reside in such a property, your companion animal will feel welcome. By following these tips, you can have a great experience of living with a companion animal in a rented apartment.




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