We have research, resources and toolkits to help renters and rental housing operators achieve greater pet-inclusivity in ways that benefit everyone.

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Resources for Becoming More Pet-Inclusive

We have research, resources and toolkits to help renters work with rental housing operators to take advantage of creating pet-friendly opportunities in ways that benefit everyone.

Tackling Misconceptions

Learn why common pet restrictions may not be financially necessary in rental housing.

Attitudes
Toward Pets

See how residents and rental housing operators feel about pets in their rental communities.

Pet-Positive Pet Agreement

Download a sample Pet Agreement with recommended requirements, responsibilities and pet policies to share with your rental housing operator.

Pet-Inclusive Housing Report

The Pet-Inclusive Housing Report highlights the benefits of pet-friendly rental housing by sharing new data and market-based solutions that benefit all – so operators, residents and communities win together.

I realized that animal lovers tend to be really great community builders because it’s in their nature. They go to dog parks and interact with each other. So, we realized that if we created an environment that really welcomed dogs, that would create a fair amount of ‘stickiness,’ or resident retention, in our portfolio.

David Meit, CPM

Principal, Oculus Realty

Electronic Press Kit

For a list of promotional materials and media resources please view and download our press kit by clicking on the link below.  

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!

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

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

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...