--- title: 5 Tips to Make Your Apartments Pet Friendly description: Make your apartments more appealing to pet-owning tenants with these five tips for landlords and property managers. image: https://www.hometeampm.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/2020-09-16%20Hometeam%20Pets.jpg --- [![Group 5068](https://www.hometeampm.com/hubfs/Group%205068.svg "Group 5068")](https://www.hometeampm.com) - [About](https://www.hometeampm.com/about/about-hpm) - [Our Company It’s been over 20 years and our goal hasn’t changed](https://www.hometeampm.com/about/about-hpm) - [Our Team Meet the Home Team Property Management Team](https://www.hometeampm.com/our-team) - [Why Choose Us No matter your property management goals, we will get you there](https://www.hometeampm.com/why-choose-us) - [Careers Take a look at our open positions and feel free to submit an application if your experience is a match](https://www.hometeampm.com/about/about-hpm) - [Vendors We are continually seeking out qualified, professional vendors to fulfill goods or maintenance contracts](https://www.hometeampm.com/about/vendor-relations) - [Connect With Us Reach out to our expert team to see how we can assist you with your property management needs](https://www.hometeampm.com/contact-us) - [Testimonials Read HomeTeam Property Management client testimonials here](https://www.hometeampm.com/testimonials) - [MANAGEMENT SERVICES](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services) - [Residential View our residential property management services](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/residential-management) - [Commercial View our commercial property management services](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/commercial-management) - [Marketing View how we market your property to prospective tenants](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/marketing) - [Accounting We specialize in complete financial services for our property owners](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/accounting) - [Maintenance Property maintenance is one of the most important aspects of maximizing your investment](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/maintenance) - [Leasing Our leasing department utilizes the latest in application and credit screening procedures](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/leasing) - [Free Rental Analysis Get a free rental valuation of your investment property](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services) - [Get a Quote Learn how much it would cost to manage your property](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/getting-started) - [OWNERS](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners) - [Marketing Your Property Learn how we market your property to ensure the maximum exposure to qualified buyers](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners/marketing-your-property) - [Renting Your Property We provide you with guidance on how to ready your property to compete in the ever-changing rental market](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners/renting-your-property) - [Maintaining Your Property The best approach to maintenance is preventative maintenance, and this is HomeTeam Property Management policy](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners/maintaining-your-property) - [No - Eviction Guarantee We are so confident in our tenant selection process that we include a No-Eviction Guarantee](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners/no-eviction-guarantee) - [Free Rental Analysis Get a free rental valuation of your investment property](https://www.hometeampm.com/owners) - [Owner Portal Login Sign-in to monitor your account](https://hometeam.appfolio.com/oportal/users/log_in) - [Get a Quote Learn how much it would cost to manage your property](https://www.hometeampm.com/management-services/getting-started) - [TENANTS](https://www.hometeampm.com/tenants) - [Rental Search Find your next place to live in San Diego](https://www.hometeampm.com/properties) - [Tenant Portal Login Sign-in to monitor your account](https://hometeam.appfolio.com/connect/users/sign_in) - [Pay Your Rent Paying rent on time has never been easier](https://www.hometeampm.com/tenants/pay-your-rent) - [Future Tenants Important information for tenants wanting to lease a property from HomeTeam](https://www.hometeampm.com/tenants/future-tenants) - [Move Out We want your move-out to be a pleasant and successful one](https://www.hometeampm.com/tenants/move-out) - [Notice To Vacate Moving out? 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Many landlords and property managers want to allow pets because there are more tenants who are looking for pet-friendly apartments than those that are not. That being said, it can be hard on the space. If you want to allow pets and you are also looking for ways to minimize time in between renters, you may need to make some adjustments. These five tips can help you make make your apartments more pet-friendly and help you attract new tenants.  ![Photo of pedigree cute dog poses on pile of cardboard boxes with owner belongings, relocate in new flat, empty room with white walls, lamp and sofa, big window. ](https://www.hometeampm.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/2020-09-16%20Hometeam%20Pets.jpg?width=1254&name=2020-09-16%20Hometeam%20Pets.jpg) ## **Opt-out of Carpet.** Though many people prefer carpet over other types of flooring, the truth is that it is harder to keep clean with animals. It also isn't always durable enough to withstand pets, plus it can also absorb odors. If you put carpet in. your units, plan on needing to replace it after every tenant. Tile or vinyl flooring might be a better option for you. They are often resistant to stains and scratches, plus they are much easier to keep clean! ## **Put Screens in Windows.** If your units don't already have screened-in windows, consider adding them for pet safety. [According to WebMD](https://pets.webmd.com/cats/guide/cat-high-rise-syndrome#1)[,](https://pets.webmd.com/cats/guide/cat-high-rise-syndrome#1) hundreds of cats die from "high-rise syndrome" when they fall out of high-rise buildings. Even a short fall can be dangerous, since cats don't have time to adjust their bodies to land on their feet. By adding screens, your tenants can safely open their windows without worrying about losing their precious felines. ## **Know the Laws.** You need to know what you can and can't do when it comes to your tenants and their pets. To ensure you are in compliance, you'll need to check with state laws, plus your insurance company. Insurers often place restrictions on pets, and yours may not want to allow you to have certain breeds or sizes of dogs in your building because they pose a threat for others.  ## **Have a Clearly Defined Lease for Pet Owners.** Pet owners are going to have to follow certain rules if they want to live in your building. For example, you have every right to expect tenants to keep their pets up-to-date when it comes to their vaccines. Dogs need to be leashed at all times, and your tenants should know they have to clean up after them outside. Many landlords add a pet fee to cover any damages or additional cleaning costs associated with housing a pet. Also, include how many pets a tenant is allowed to have at once. ## **Include What is Expected When Tenants Move Out.** Though animals can damage buildings, the truth is that owners should have to pay for these damages, which may be why you have an extra fee for pet owners. Their lease should explain exactly what is expected when they move out. While a few scratches on the floor should be expected, you wouldn't want to find out that the door is all chewed up!  ## Conclusion Pet friendly apartments are also easier on you when it comes to cleaning up once a tenant moves out. If you want to make your apartments friendly for pets (and easy for you to clean), you need to invest in the right flooring and window screens. Create a separate lease for pet owners that outlines your expectations and includes mention of any additional fees the tenant will need to pay. Consult with your insurance provider to find out if there are any specific breeds that are not covered under your policy. --- If you are a landlord or property manager that allows tenants to have pets and would like more information on how to create a pet-friendly apartment, [contact us today.](https://www.hometeampm.com/contact-us/south-bay-office/)     ![icon](https://www.hometeampm.com/hubfs/Home_Team_2022/Group%205168%20(1).svg) #### SUBSCRIBE TO RECEIVE THE LATEST NEWS Stay in the know with the latest news form the leaders in property management ### Subscribe Here! ### Popular Posts #### The Great Pet Debate: To Allow Pets In Your... | HomeTeam Property Management | 30 January 2020 When you become a landlord, it is up to you to decide what you will... 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