Vacation With Your Pet? Post the Pet Friendly Places You've Been to.
Ellie RK
6 years ago
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Comments (6)In general, I think it's hard to find apartments that will allow dogs. And many apartments will allow one or two pets, but not three. It's not impossible, but it is going to be harder (as you are discovering), and the choice of apartments is going to be limited. Your child may have to accept a poor location or poor floor plan or some other undesirable in order to keep all three pets. Is it a small dog or a large dog? Some places have weight limits for dogs, as well. Did anyone in your family go to college in the general area where you need the apartment to be? Most colleges and universities keep a list of off-campus housing that's available. I've been able to access such lists as an alum of the school. There might be apartments there that aren't advertised elsewhere. In my area, there are a lot of apartments and a high rental rate. As a result, there are a lot of property management companies, which manage hundreds and hundreds of apartments. If you can find one, a management company can easily tell you which of their properties allow pets. If there's a local newspaper, check the classifieds. If there a free local "shopper" type paper, check there as well. Check bulletin boards in supermarkets and the like. Ask at the public library if there are any renter resources. Get the word out to as many people as possible that you are looking for a pet friendly apartment--there are a lot of people who have one or two apartments for rent. They can sometimes be more flexible than a large, faceless, management company or the owner of a large, multi-unit building who has to keep the rules the same for everyone. My town has an email mailing list that residents can sign up for and send general emails on. If something like that is available in your area, it's worth a try sending out a message asking for leads....See MorePet friendly flooring
Comments (16)I like a luxury vinyl tile I suppose. Topical water should not hurt it. It will scratch but takes an effort. Standing water from a leak or something can hurt the area..but Like I said most anything would be hurt. And a leak allows homeowners insurance to take over. We sell a lot of Nafco LVT. Everyone seems to like it. Duraceramic is more realistic, but chips pretty easy. We are currently researching this Amtico product. And then their are manufacturers that step up with an Issue. And there are some that run. Congoleum is really good with claims and Konecto believe it or not. Armstrong and Tarkett like to fight claims. Nafco is made by Tarkett. We sell very little Mannington. I have over 1500 sq ft of tile in my house. Probably 1000 sq ft of Carpet. 300 sq ft of laminate. 1 Bathroom of vinyl and 2000 sq ft of hardwood. Heres how I rank them all. Out of all of them Ceramic is hard and bothers my back , but most of it is 8 years old and looks like the day it was laid. The hardwood instantly begins to show some abrasions. laminate looks fine if you like laminate. i used a very unique one that I fell in love with..Carpet is carpet. 5 to 7 years then rip it out and replace it. Vinyl is 12 years old in the bath and looks brand new. We are going to do tile in that room this year and tear out 1 year old tile in another bath and redo that room with different tile. Didn't like it after we laid it. I am not considering LVT anywhere as I cant find any that we really like, trust, or feel is practical as it is still semi expensive. Ceramic is actually cheaper wholesale to buy. Labor is more but it is lifetime and increases real estate value as oppose to most other products. I always say hardwood and tile bring additional value to a home. Just my thoughts...plus all these companies are rushing into the LVT game and are they making inferior products just to get in the game. And all of them are trying to get below each other price points just like they did with the laminate market. so what happens , quality gets sacrificed. Sorry to ramble on. Good Luck....See MorePet Friendly stores
Comments (96)One day I was looking for a place to tie my 70 pound mix up outside the Office Depot. The cashier motioned to me to bring him inside. So for about 18 months we both went in the store instead of just me. He never let out a peep, just slowly wagged his tail, usually got petted by the dog friendly customers and employees. One time as we waited in line to check out, the person ahead let out a shriek that everyone in the store heard. The dog did not react at all. The next time we went in the store manager said dogs were not allowed unless they were special needs dogs. I did not get upset with the store, maybe they changed their animal policy (and maybe they didn't have one). But I noticed with some amusement that while the dog was calm outside the store before; after his inside visits he barked at most people who went into the store while he had to wait outside. Seems like most folks who want to pet dogs don't know how to safely pet one (IMHO). I try to get the neighborhood kids to learn properly how to pet older dogs, but the folks at the nearby Petco just bend over and pet dogs like the average person does....See MoreDid you build a house with your pet(s) in mind?
Comments (31)What Is the Ideal House Temperature for Dogs and Cats? https://www.minisplitairconditioningsystem.org/ You love pampering your pet with gourmet treats, designer toys, and automatic pet doors. But are you confident your dog or cat is happy with the thermostat setting? The best temperature for your pet depends on various factors including breed, health conditions, and other circumstances. Consider the factors that affect your pet’s ideal temperature and how to choose the perfect thermostat setting to balance comfort and energy efficiency. Factors that Affect the Ideal Temperature for Pets There isn’t one perfect temperature setting to accommodate the needs of all pets in every season. Consider the following factors to help you determine whether your pet prefers a warm or cool home: Coat type: Dogs and cats with thick, long coats tend to be more cold-tolerant. In fact, they often overheat faster than humans. On the other hand, pets with thin, short fur (and hairless varieties) aren’t able to retain body heat as well and therefore prefer warmer temperatures. Size: Smaller pets have a higher surface-area-to-volume ratio. This means they have more skin through which to lose body heat relative to their size than larger animals. That’s why small dogs tend to get cold faster than large breeds. Weight: Body fat is also a contributing factor. Overweight pets have a thicker insulating layer to protect against the cold. However, the health risks associated with obesity greatly outweigh the added warmth in the winter, so strive to keep your pet lean and fit. Age and health: Young puppies and kittens, as well as elderly pets, tend to require warmer house temperatures. Animals with acute infections or chronic joint conditions benefit from higher temperatures and heated sleeping areas as well. Choosing the Best Temperature for Pets With the above information, you can set the house temperature to the ideal setting for you and your pet. Here are our recommendations: Summer Temperature In general, you should set the thermostat between 75 and 78 degrees F when you’re at home in the summer. If you have a large, long-haired dog, such as a Husky or Samoyed, around 75 degrees may be best. If you have an elderly short-haired cat, 78 degrees could be preferable. When you’re gone at work all day or on vacation, don’t set the temperature any higher than 80 to 82 degrees. To ensure your pet stays comfortable, provide fresh water and an area to cool off, such as the basement or a room with tiled flooring. Winter Temperature Plan to set the thermostat between 69 and 72 degrees when you’re at home in the winter. Large, animals with thick coats tend to prefer temperatures on the lower end of this spectrum, while you may want to set the thermostat higher for your hairless cat or new puppy. When you’re away, set the thermostat no lower than 60 degrees. Keep the temperature a little higher for small, young, or sick animals. Always provide your pet with a soft, warm bed, and open the curtains so the sun shines in, giving the animal a place a sunbathe....See MoreEllie RK
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