10 helpful tips to keep your dog happy in an apartment. Make sure your dog is exercising enough. Consider a dog walker or doggy daycare. Build a “safe space” for your pet. Invest in interactive toys and long-lasting toys. Find the right apartment! ... Make sure your pet gets to socialise frequently.
It is the owner's responsibility to license their pet with the city. The license will expire when the rabies vaccination expires. Refunds cannot be issued once a license is processed.
To make downsizing easier, there are a few skills to teach your dog to make the transition easier for both of you. Prepare Your Dog for a New Environment. Keep Your Dog Quiet. Provide Exercise. Manage Potty Breaks. Politely Share Space With Other People and Dogs.
For Adult dogs, Yes, it is generally, alright to leave your dogs for 8 - 9 hours, alone. Even in a Crate (dog kennel), 8 - 9 hours is usually alright. But for dogs under 2 years old, I would not advise leaving them in a crate longer than 6 hours if possible, or be prepared to clean the crate and bath a dog.
An HOA can enforce pet limits in the community. Your HOA dog rules can have limitations on breed, the number of pets, and maximum size or weight. For example, if the community is comprised of families with a lot of young children, you might want to prohibit dangerous dog breeds, such as pit bulls and rottweilers.
Unless you live in a condo that has a no pets policy, no agreement can actually forbid you to have a pet. Landlords are allowed to ask if you have any pets, and pick a tenant based on what you say, but once you move in you can do whatever you want. I have a cat, lied about it twice and just moved her in anyways.
Tips for Living in an Apartment with a Dog If your apartment tends to be dark during the day, leave a light on when you go out, so your dog won't get disoriented or anxious. Give them a comfy spot to rest – Set up a cozy place with a pet bed or blanket for your dog to retreat. It doesn't need to be a big space.
United States At least some states, municipalities, and other jurisdictions require a dog licence and rabies vaccination, and a licence expires before the vaccine does.
In Ontario, a no pet clause is not enforceable. This means even if you agreed to not have a pet, you can still have one. The only exception is if you live in a condo whereby the condo board can ban all pets. You would need to have a medical certificate stating you require a support animal.