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When you are relocating to Sydney, moving from one suburb to another, looking for a place to rent or own, you might have a pet that you are bringing along to the new property.
Statistics from the Australian Council of Animal Companions show that almost two in three Australian households have a pet, with 53 per cent of pet owners having a dog, cat or both. Still, between the two, 40 per cent of pet owners having a dog.
Majority of pet owners having a close relationship with their pets and considering it be their best friend, therefore when moving into a new rental property pet owner has to consider few things to accommodate their best furry friend and have future cost associated with moving out and making good under control.
It is known fact that not every home is built to accommodating a pet. If you have an animal companion, take a look at things to consider when deciding where to live in Sydney.
Say No to carpet
While carpet can be warm and cosy to have on those cold winter mornings, it isn’t the best flooring to have when you have a pet to think about.
Firstly, carpet traps a great deal of hair and fur, which are full of bacteria. Carpet flooring that endures the presence of animals must not only be vacuumed more regularly but professionally cleaned as well. Property managers at Rental First recommend having this done once every six to 12 months for homes with pets.
Experts warn, carpet often contains toxins and chemicals that can be a threat to animals. Research from the Environmental Working Group shows that many cats and dogs were found to have a high level of Teflon chemical contamination – a chemical that can be harmful even in small doses – which is a result of carpet exposure.
If you have a feline or canine pet, we think it’s best for the animal to stay away from homes with carpet.
Wood and tiles are better choice:
Based of experience, constant regular ingoing and outgoing inspections of rental properties, property managers at Rental First noticed that solid flooring is the best choice if you relocating with pet. Wood is a great option as it’s easy to clean and maintain, plus it looks stunning and will give your home little more personality.
If you have a clawed animal it can give wood floors a hard time, which means you’ll want to find properties that use highly-durable materials like oak, maple, mahogany and cherry. Regardless, your cat or dog’s claws/nails need to be clipped regularly after moving into a rental property to keep floor damage to minimum.
Tiles are the best damage control option one cam choose. While they may not always look quite as stylish as sleek wooden floors, they are even more resistant to damage than hardwood floors. They will help your pet or yourself to be cool in Sydney summer as they don’t heat up as much as wood.
Duvets and slipcovers can help:
Despite the time you put in training and discipling your pet there’s a fair chance they can be messy. You might experience barf, hairballs or something of this sort on your favourite chair or couch. If you have found your favourite Sydney suburb and have moved in, opt for duvets and slipcovers draped over your sofas and beds. This will allow you to quickly switch it out and throw it in the wash when things go messy.
If you are wondering where the best places to live in Sydney, get in touch with Property manager at Rental First. We have a vast range of offices across Sydney and a great range of properties for rent in beautiful Sydney suburbs and the city.
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