Your pet is part of your family. Together, you can be a vital part of your community.
Data Highlights for Pet Owners
Through our survey, we found data on what pet owners already know to be true:
people value their pets, and offering pet-inclusive rental solutions benefits everyone.
33%
of pet owners say they would get an additional pet if pet restrictions were lifted.
35%
of non-pet owners in non-pet-friendly housing say they want a pet.
8.75 M
million pets could find good homes if pet-related restrictions were eased.
Community-Friendly Owner
Help your pet become a welcomed and loved part of the community by following some easy tips aimed at keeping everyone happy.
Socialize
Help your pet get to know your neighbors – both people and pets. Just first make sure the others welcome the attention.
Pick it up
Poop is part of pethood. When nature calls, make sure you immediately clean up after your pet and properly dispose of the waste.
Exercise
Giving your pet enough exercise and mental stimulation is key to helping them release energy. Without it, pets might develop negative behavioral issues.
Tag
Ensure your pet is always wearing an identification tag and that their registration is up to date. Also, consider microchipping your pet in case they ever get lost.
Leash
Prevent your pet from sharing unwanted attention or wandering where they’re not supposed to by always leashing up. Consider working with your community to create an off-leash park where pets can roam free.
Train
Teaching your pet basic commands not only helps you build a pet-positive community; understanding simple cues like “sit” and “stay” can help save their life in an emergency situation.
Commit
When considering a new pet, do your research to make an informed decision, and choose one that’s a good fit for your home and lifestyle. Be ready to care for the pet throughout their entire life.
Love
You and your pet are lucky to have each other. Giving your pet love and attention not only strengthens your bond, it helps build a more pet-positive community all together.
Our 190-pound Great Dane Mastiff mix cut down on the number of places that we could move into. It was difficult to find one that would let us have a dog that size. But then we found The Crest and really liked it and have been happy with everything so far.
From Our Blog
Read the latest news, trends and tips in building more pet-friendly communities.
Applications for The 2023 Pet Awards are Now open!
Join Us at The Apartment Internet Marketing Conference (AIM) in Huntington Beach, CA on Tuesday, May 9th Applications for the 2023 Pet Awards are now open! The growing number of pets and the increasingly important role they play in the lives of families and...
Recognizing an Early-Adopter in Rental Housing Pet Inclusivity
A Chat with Eric Brown, Founder of Urbane Apartments By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative I recently had the opportunity to chat via Zoom with long-time friend, entrepreneur, author, and real estate developer Eric Brown, founder of...
The Industry-Changing Work of Judy Bellack
After working for 30 years in the multifamily industry, Judy Bellack felt it was time for a career shift. “I reached a point where I had given so much of myself to corporate America, and when you throw yourself into something so heavily, it can take a toll over...
Keeping Pets and People Together, the Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative is Leading the Way with the Housing Industry’s Best
Meet the PIHI team and some of today's industry leaders interviewed here, including Oculus Realty and The Management Group, and learn how easing restrictions and becoming more pet-friendly leads to better business and happier communities. The Pet-Inclusive Housing...
MFA’s Judy Bellack Promotes Pet Inclusion on The Amenitize or Die Podcast
Amenitize or Die Podcast w/ Scott Patterson - Promoting Pet Inclusion with Judy Bellack, Michelson Found Animals Foundation The Amenitize or Die Podcast discusses tactics and strategies from the front lines of the multi-family operating environment. On their...