For many pet owners, their animals are like family members. There is a reason that dogs are considered man’s best friend. Dogs (and cats we suppose) are excellent additions to any family, especially because, unlike children and other relatives, they don’t talk back. Plus, their love is unconditional, and they view their humans with the utmost adoration. Of course, when searching for a Miami condominium, it can be tricky to know whether your pooch will be welcomed because pet policies vary greatly. There is no hard and fast rule, and condo associations can impose animal restrictions (for example, no iguanas), breed restrictions (usually no pit bulls), and weight restrictions (50 pounds seems to be the standard maximum), among many other possible rules or regulations.
It can be especially difficult to find a pet-friendly place if your canine companion is considered a large breed, a dangerous breed, or a yappy breed. In addition, if you are interested in renting a privately owned condo unit, it is highly possible that the individual owner’s pet policy will differ from the policy of the building. For example, some Miami condo buildings readily accept 50 pound dogs, but an owner who just spent a great deal of money to put down new wood flooring in his or her unit may not be as accommodating. Specifically, many owners impose their own weight restriction, which often does not correspond with the condo association’s rules. This is generally because of an owner’s desire to protect flooring from getting scratched by an animal’s nails or furniture from being chewed or stained. The good news is that more and more places in Miami Beach are becoming pet-friendly. Hell, we’ve seen big dogs on leashes in Whole Foods Market!
Here at RE/MAX Paradise, we understand the importance of pets and strive to ensure that our pet-loving clients find the right home for all members of their family, both human and furry (or maybe scaly if amphibians or reptiles are your pets of choice). If you need help locating a pet-friendly building, whether rental or purchase, we have agents who are extremely adept at finding the perfect location, so please contact us to help!