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I have example after example of renters who visited one of our comp properties, then ended up renting from us because we were the one who would accept their pet. Not only have we realized the growth of a happier, longer-tenured renter pool and enjoyed increased revenue, we’ve created a greater sense of community at our properties and helped people and pets stay together. That’s a win-win no matter how you slice it.
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Raise the Woof: 2025 Pets and Housing Awards Are Open for Nominations!
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative The connection between people and their pets has never been stronger, and the multifamily housing industry is leading the charge in celebrating this bond. With more renters seeking pet-inclusive...
Breaking News: Dogs Have No Idea They Weigh Over 25 Pounds!
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative If you’ve ever watched a Great Dane cuddle into a ball small enough to fit on a child’s bean bag chair, you’ve witnessed the undeniable truth: dogs have no idea how big they are. Unfortunately,...
5 Things Hotels and Temporary Housing Providers Can Do Now to Help Families with Pets Affected by LA’s Wildfires
By The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Here's how hotels and temporary housing providers can help keep people and pets together after LA's extraordinary wildfires. Many families are facing displacement in the aftermath of the LA wildfires, and for pet parents, the...
LA’s Wildfires Have Left Families in Turmoil. Here are 4 Things Rental Property Owners Can Do Now to Help.
By The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative Here’s how housing providers can help keep people and pets together after LA’s historic wildfires. In the aftermath of LA’s extraordinary wildfires that have left thousands of families without homes, one thing is clear: LA’s...
Embracing the Future of Pet-Inclusive Housing: 2025 Outlook
By Judy Bellack, Industry Principal, The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative As pets increasingly become integral members of households, the demand for pet-inclusive housing has never been greater. The Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative (PIHI), spearheaded by the Michelson...