Moving into a new apartment is always a challenge, but that challenge is even greater if you have a dog as a member of your family. Why don’t most landlords allow dogs on their property?

Unfortunately, dogs can be very destructive. They can easily soil, stain, and tear up the carpet. They can scratch doors and destroy trim. They can also destroy outdoor areas by bleaching the grass with their urine and digging holes in the yard.

Dogs aren’t always as friendly as they appear either. Interacting with a mean dog can result in getting bitten, which the landlord then has to deal with. In addition, some breeds cause fear in some people, so it’s a lot easier not to allow dogs at all.

Some apartments do allow dogs! For help finding a dog-friendly apartment, plan a visit with your vet Greenwood, IN.