A pet becomes a full-fledged member of the family from the first day of life together. Only landlords have their own opinion on this. For many of them, the very fact of having a pet can put a fat cross on your cooperation. For many, but not for all! Over the years, the experts at THE Capital have learned the needs of tenants and the fears of landlords, so we know exactly how to find a home for you and your furry companion.
Who is ready to give you shelter?
The real estate market is constantly replenished with new offers, so the list of available options for buying and renting is endless. If we are talking about tenants without pets... Fluffy tails, soft tummies and drooling smiles are almost a surefire way to move any person. Then why is it so difficult to find an apartment to rent, if all this "cute set" is going to live with you?
Many have experienced more than once that an animal carries with it not only spiritual warmth, but also destruction. An unpleasant smell, a large amount of wool, scratched upholstered furniture and gnawed wood - these are only the most global problems that pop into the heads of apartment and house owners as soon as they hear that you have a dog or cat. It is not surprising that only a limited number of apartments with such four-legged "additions" are available for rent. As a rule, it is:
- the so-called "grandmother's renovation" or the last century is not from its most presentable side. Furniture that has outlived itself, as well as its owner, should no longer be frightened by new scratches
- restrained minimalism with a meager assortment of furniture. The fewer things there are, the less opportunity there is to spoil them
- offers, the rental price of which is 15-20% higher than the market average. By inflating the price, the owner is building into it the costs of restoration and minor repairs that he thinks will have to be done after you leave.
Fortunately, all offers on the market are not divided exclusively into "can" or "can't with animals". Many do not include this information in the ad, thereby giving you hope. The owner of a modern design apartment can also be loyal to animals. In many ways, success depends on your sociability and the character of the pet itself.
A calm landlord is a happy tenant
Even a wayward hamster will be a more welcome guest in a rented apartment than a well-behaved poodle. Rodents, birds, reptiles and fish differ from cats and dogs in that they live in a closed space, they are deprived of the opportunity to freely move around the house without your supervision, and therefore they will not be able to harm it. With such animals, it is much easier to find an apartment for rent. If you did not want to limit yourself to a small one and got yourself a four-legged friend, you are responsible not only for his condition, but also for the condition of the property. In such a situation, the commitment of a potential landlord can be influenced by the following key points.
- Characteristics of the animal and its decency.
Your pet must have the necessary vaccinations and be neutered or spayed. This has a good effect on his health and shows your responsible attitude towards the education of our younger brothers. In the course of training, you not only teach the dog to bring slippers, but you instill in your animals the concept of what can be done and what is better to refrain from. Teach your dog or cat to treat the furniture with care, and not to consider it a toy.
- Your willingness to bear responsibility for other people's actions.
Although the bitten table leg is not your fault, you will have to be responsible for it. To show that you will be able to return the rental property in good condition, enlist the support of your previous landlord. You can ask him to write a letter of recommendation about your pet, his behavior and no harm. If you previously rented an apartment without a pet, in this letter you should indicate your careful attitude to the premises, accuracy, neatness and punctuality in the payment plan.
- Additional clauses in the lease agreement
To avoid misunderstandings, clearly state the presence of a pet. A separate clause on monetary compensation for damages or an increase in the initial insurance deposit by 20-200% can add confidence to the lessor. Before signing, it is necessary to study the current condition of the apartment or house and record all the errors so that you do not have to pay for something that neither you nor your pet did.
Professionals will help you find a decent landlord and make sure that the contract is correct. The experts of the real estate agency THE Capital work only with reliable clients, so we guarantee the best result for all participants of the deal.
Everything secret becomes clear: why not lie?
Tired of long searches, many tenants decide on a trick - to keep quiet about their furry roommate. Hiding the presence of a pet will allow you to live in the desired apartment for a while, but for how long? By deceiving the landlord, you risk running into a number of troubles:
- the sudden arrival of the owner will not be a happy meeting for you
- damaged furniture will not go unnoticed, you will have to pay for it many times more if the owner understands where these claw marks on his favorite sofa came from
- your neighbors will surely hear a dog barking or a cat meowing loudly. Nothing prevents them from sharing their observations with the property owner
- even if you managed to hide your forbidden roommate before the arrival of the owner, you can be betrayed by forgotten toys, leftover food or a banal allergy to wool
When the scandal is in full swing, it is too late to apologize and explain that your cat Archibald is a noble breed or that a decorative dog named Tuzik diligently corrects the need only on the street. A lie is a lie, no matter what lies behind it. Instead of constantly living in fear of being suddenly frozen, try to convince the landlord when you first meet him that your animal will not damage his property.
💡 Tip: how to melt the landlord's heart 💡
"Can you resist these eyes?" - you think, giving your pet the tastiest morsels from your own plate every time. The innocent and friendly appearance of the animal can influence the final decision and convince the owner of the apartment that your four-legged roommate deserves a chance. Offer to send photos or videos with the pet so that your interlocutor can look at the furry factor that worries him so much and prevents him from making a final decision in your favor.
