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Save the Date: 2026 Pets and Housing Awards Nominations Open February 2

Nominations for the 2026 Pets and Housing Awards open on February 2, 2026!

Presented by Michelson Found Animals and the Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative, the Pets and Housing Awards recognize housing providers, organizations, and leaders who are advancing pet-inclusive housing—and proving that people and pets belong together.

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Congratulations to the 2025 Pets and Housing Awards Winners

Your dedication to creating pet-inclusive rental communities does not go unnoticed. From innovative pet amenities to impactful adoption events, your efforts ensure families can stay together and pets thrive.

Most Impactful Adoption or Foster Event or Program: Dane Park Communities

Most Innovative Pet Amenity or Amenity Group: Livano Kemah

Most Innovative Pet Marketing Campaign: The Management Group, LLC (TMG)

Pets & Housing Policy Advancement Award: D.C. Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr., for the Pets and Housing Act, Roscoe’s Law

Paws & Progress Nonprofit Award: Found House IHN

Best Leap Forward: Avilla Homes, NexMetro

Vanguard Award: Dane Park Communities

Most Pet-Inclusive Property: The Press House, MGMT Residential

Watch the 2025 Pets and Housing Awards!