How to Ask Your Landlord to Add a Pets-Allowed Clause to Your Lease

November 29, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When you’re moving into your first apartment, your landlord could have some very particular demands. Dealing with these demands can be a bit of a headache, and it’s often hard to get your landlord to change their mind. This is especially important if you have a pet or want a pet. Many landlords have very…

How to Help Your New Cat Adjust to Your Apartment

March 30, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Even if you’re excited to bring home your newly adopted cat, you might wonder if your apartment is fully ready for your new friend. The good news is that you can take several steps to make sure your apartment is prepared and safe for your cat. Below, find out how to best help your new…

Pros and Cons: Pets in an Apartment

June 29, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. For some people, apartment life might not quite feel complete without a pet. That said, the responsibilities involved in pet ownership can be daunting – and that’s before you factor in the many…

Living with Man’s Best Friend: Best Dog Breeds for An Apartment

September 26, 2018 | By Nat AuthorMy First Apartment

Before you let that cute dog in the pet store window or a shelter steal your heart, make sure you do a little research to find out if your building allows pets and which dog breeds are best suited for your living situation. Many landlords will let you know their pet policy as soon as…

Dealing With a Roommate’s Pet

June 23, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Pets can be a very divisive subject in new apartments, especially between roommates! On one hand, you now have freedom to take care of an animal in your space. On the other hand, roommates don’t want to be stuck taking care of their roommate’s pet all the time! Here are some tips for handling a…

Thinking of Breaking Your Landlord’s Pet Policy?

December 17, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Is a cute little kitty or puppy on the top of your wish list this year, but you are not sure if your landlord allows pets? Are you thinking of sneaking in that little furry friend anyway, and taking your chances? You may feel it’s a worthwhile gamble, but bringing a pet into your apartment…

Easy and Unique Apartment Pets

May 13, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving into your first place is a GREAT excuse to get a new pet…but are you really ready? Instead of going for an animal that requires significant time and effort to care for, consider choosing one of these easy, unique apartment pets to fulfill your need for a friend while being fair to both you…

Pet Care While On Vacation

December 16, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

The holiday season is here! While it means fun, snow, and holiday cheer, it can also mean pretty significant travel as many of us go home to visit with family and friends. For pet owners, one of the biggest perks of the season can quickly become stressful, if pets aren’t allowed at your family’s home…

I Want to Adopt a Pet, But Should I?

April 22, 2016 | By Sammie AuthorMy First Apartment

If you are an animal lover like me, you dread every day that you have to live without a pet. Moving away from home meant leaving my dog, my best friend, Charlie. But he is better off where he is, with a big house and his own yard (and our other best friend, dad). My…

Hosting Four-Legged Guests

March 5, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

My roommate/boyfriend Matt and I have two amazing dogs! Having them in our place makes it feel more like home, they are fun to be around, and they ensure that we spend time outside every day walking and playing with them. Well, this weekend, we are also hosting my parents’ two dogs! As you can…