We have research, resources and toolkits to help renters and rental housing operators achieve greater pet-inclusivity in ways that benefit everyone.
The numbers are clear: people value their pets.
And pet-inclusive policies could help rental owners and operators
gain a competitive edge.
2 in 3
American homes have pets.
24%
say their pet has been a reason for needing to move.
83%
of rental housing operators say pet-friendly vacancies can be filled faster.
Pet-Inclusive Housing Report
The 2021 Pet-Inclusive Housing Report highlights the benefits of pet-inclusive rental housing by sharing new data and market-based solutions that benefit all – so operators, residents and communities win together.
Most Owners and Operators Love Pets
The majority of rental housing operators love pets – yet significant restrictions on pets in rental housing present hurdles for pet owners.
Pet-Inclusive Units Boost the Bottom Line
Pet-inclusive vacancies are good for the bottom line, and rental housing operators can come out ahead financially by enacting pet-inclusive policies.
Pet Friendliness Is a Popular Amenity
Pet owners say that pet friendliness is one of the most important amenities when looking for housing, second only to budget.
Millions More Animals Could Find Homes
With common-sense easing of restrictions over time, up to 8.2 million more animals could find homes in pet-inclusive rental housing.
Pet-Inclusive Housing Report
The Pet-Inclusive Housing Report highlights the benefits of pet-inclusive 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.
Electronic Press Kit
For our FAQ, 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-inclusive communities.
Pet Legislation: How Operators Can Meet These Challenges Proactively
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative We recently published a blog titled “Embracing the Future: Why Rental Housing Operators Must Stay Informed of Legislative Trends Toward Dog Ownership.” With sweeping legislative proposals...
Beyond Pet-Friendly: How Does Your Property Score When It Comes to Being Pet-Inclusive?
The rental housing industry has welcomed pets and their owners for some time now. This is abundantly clear in today’s property marketing, which boasts ‘pet-friendly’ units, with many communities including dog parks, waste stations, grooming stations and even pet...
Renting, Pets, and the Gen Z/Millennial Mix; Are You Poised to Welcome Them?
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative U.S. homebuyers are facing monthly mortgage costs that are 52% higher than the average monthly apartment rent, according to a recent analysis by CBRE Research, a real estate and investment...
Finding Home – A Dog’s Tale
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Simon's tail wagged eagerly as he watched his human, Emily, pace around the room with a worried expression. The scent of cardboard boxes filled the air, signaling change, and Simon could sense...
So Much Fraud in Rental Housing . . . But is ESA Fraud Something We’re Actually Creating?
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Fraud is on the rise, as any rental housing operator knows only too well. With the digitization of many renter-facing processes, it has become very easy for bad players to game the system....