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Tips For Finding Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals Palm Springs

By Pamela Morris


Many people prefer to rent apartments because they consider it cost effective. There is an increased demand for apartments. For this reason, finding a decent apartment that you can afford is challenging. This is even harder for those who own pets like cats, dogs, birds, reptiles and rabbits. To find pet friendly Apartment Rentals Palm Springs dwellers should take a number of steps.

One of the important things you need to do when looking for pet friendly rentals is to visit apartment listing websites. This will allow you to remove properties that do not accept pets from your list. In this way, you will avoid liking a certain property only to get disappointed later, after finding out that it does not accept pets.

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.

The size of pets also matter. If you do not have a pet and you are planning to get one, it is wise to go for a small sized breed. Some pet policies of properties shut out dogs that are above a certain weight limit. Most policies have a weight limit of between 20 and 50 pounds.

It is also of utmost importance that you are able to show the property owner that your pet is well mannered and will not cause any problems. This is possible by getting letters of recommendation from obedience trainers, pet walkers or sitters and former property owners. It is also advisable to draft a resume about the age, size, certifications, medical information and other details about your companion animal. You may also schedule a meeting with the potential landlords so that they can get to see the animal up close.

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.

It is also important to select a location, which is suitable for your companion animal. When you find a pet friendly rental, you should consider if there are parks nearby for the pet to stroll and play. Also find out whether there are boarding kennels nearby where you can leave your pet when you need to travel for several days.

Some properties that accept pets also offer services like grooming, events for individuals who own pets and onsite training. If you choose such a property, your pet will feel comfortable. If you follow these tips it will be easy for you to find pet friendly apartments.




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