Everything You Need to Know About Pet-Friendly Apartments

We all have our favourite pets. Some prefer dogs, others cats and a few strange folks may well prefer goldfish. Whichever pet is the clear favourite, we all want to take them on our long adventures around the globe and let them indulge in culture the same as we do (except with a few extra treats). But getting them to stay with us is another matter. Most will have memories of leaving their pet behind to be looked after by a neighbour or friend, or even in a kennel. However, what if it could be different? What if a man’s best friend could bask in the holiday accommodation too?

That’s where pet-friendly apartments come into it.

What are pet-friendly apartments?

To put it simply, pet-friendly apartments are lavish and aptly designed apartments that put guest and pet first. They have various extras like dog baskets etc that are featured in the amenities and furniture that is at once cosy and plush, but also not too lavish just in case it is accidentally damaged or worn by scratch marks by the furry guest. They are very popular with the modern traveller, especially those that want a bit of company as they explore the world or go out to do business.

How much do pet-friendly apartments cost?

That depends on where a guest is staying, how many bedrooms there are in total and for how long a guest is occupying the apartment. Every trip is different, and prices are different all over the place. London, Paris, New York, Zurich etc are going to be expensive, whereas Lisbon, Krakow, Prague and others will be noticeably cheaper. Suppliers of pet-friendly apartment will have different rates too. Whether it’s TheSqua.re Serviced Apartments or the many other suppliers, finding a cost effective solution to bring furry friends along for the ride.

Why are pet-friendly apartments so hard to find?

Not every accommodation provider or landlord likes pets in their apartments sadly. While they may well be animal lovers, they fear the inconvenient and accidental damage that can occur - especially if they’ve had bad experiences in the past. It’s best to remember that damage costs and some just aren’t willing to take the risk with their property.

Why do landlords, agencies and providers offer pet-friendly apartments?

They realise that some of us can’t be separated from our pets quite that easy. To some, bringing their pets along is part of the experience. Whether guests are travelling for business or leisure, their pet adds comfort and a bit of the familiar when they’re in a new and alien surrounding. And some landlords, agencies and providers recognise that. At the end of the day, they want their guests to have the best possible stay and also provide the highest quality service that keeps them coming back long term. If pet-friendly apartments are what potential guests and long term clients want then they will go out of their way to make it happen. Plus, they probably love pets too.

What rules do pet owners have to follow?

Bringing a pet into luxury accommodation comes with a few strings attached. Obviously, everyone involved wants the guest and their pet to have an unrivalled experience, but there are always going to be a couple of fine points to protect the property and to ensure comfort and convenience for all involved - guests, landlords, providers...AND pets.

Some of these rules will include:

• Clean up any mess generated by the pet (yes, ALL kinds of mess).
• Dogs should be taken on walks regularly to reduce mess.
• Ideally, the pet shouldn’ be left unsupervised (except for the likes of goldfish).
• Stop pets from scratching the furniture.
• Use blankets on furniture to stop mud and fur going everywhere.
• Replace any pet amenities that get damaged or broken.
• Pay for any damage made to the apartment during the stay.

Where can I book pet-friendly apartments?

Most cities around the world will have landlords or providers that have pet-friendly apartments as options within their varied portfolios. TheSqua,re New York apartments are a top provider of serviced accommodation, with pet-friendly apartments being an option that they have. Their global network is extensive and covers all the big destinations (London, New York, Paris, Zurich, Tokyo, Singapore etc) so travellers can locate the perfect spot that will suit them and their furry companion wherever in the world they’re heading. Plus, they are fully equipped and stylishly designed so relaxing after gruelling days or dog walks comes second nature.

Where can’t you book pet-friendly apartments?

It will be hard to find specific destinations or locations that don’t provide such accommodation, but then again, there are always going to be a few landlords or providers that may not cater for such things - either because their apartments aren’t suitable or because of a bad experience in the past when they offered the service before.