We have research, resources and toolkits to help renters and rental housing operators achieve greater pet-inclusivity in ways that benefit everyone.
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.
How & Why to Eliminate Pet Breed & Weight Restrictions
Download an infographic with helpful tips on how and why to ease or eliminate pet restrictions.
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.
Pet-Friendly Housing for Big Dogs
The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative teamed up with Best Friends Animal Society to create resources to help educate about the benefits of allowing good dogs – regardless of their breed or size. Their new resource page includes data-backed talking points, a pet resume template, and doggy date trading cards to help you advocate for the big dog(s) in your life.
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 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.
Breaking Breed Barriers: Pawsitive Insurance Providers
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Liability is a serious thing, especially when managing a multimillion-dollar apartment asset. Every policy decision and many partnerships must be viewed through the lens of accountability,...
What’s the Score? Leveling Up the Rental Housing Pet Game
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Is your property pet-friendly? If you’re one of the 70-80% of market rate rental housing operators who accept pets, you’ve probably just answered that question with a resounding ‘yes.’...
Best Friends Animal Society and Michelson Found Animals Partner to Offer Resources to Increase Pet-Inclusive Housing
August 3, 2023 Assets: Photos, Broll Affordable housing is hard to find, and it's especially difficult with a large dog. Size, weight, and breed restrictions force many families to make the heartbreaking decision to surrender their pets and also prevent people from...
Embracing the Future: Why Rental Housing Operators Must Stay Informed of Legislative Trends Toward Inclusive Dog Ownership
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative As the housing landscape continues to evolve, so do attitudes toward pets and their place in our lives. Today, not only do more people have pets than ever before, they generally consider their...
Choosing Your Battles on the ESA Front
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative “Never fight a battle you cannot win.” – George R.R. Martin There’s probably not a single rental housing operator who hasn’t felt like they’re constantly in the midst of one battle or...