Moving with your pet is quite an adventure: double the excitement, double the crates, and… double the responsibilities. Your dog or cat not only needs a roof over their heads, but also a home where they can be happy. Here are the 7 basic things you should check before signing a contract.
1. Spaces specially designed for them
First things first: check if the building is pet-friendly. There's no point in having a built-in gym or a private cinema if your dog or cat won't be welcome to live with you. A spacious terrace where you can take them up is a huge plus, and if the development has specially designed areas for your four-legged roommate to browse or play, even better!
2. Neighbors who also have pets
The apartment in Mexico City may be pet-friendly, but what's the community like? When you're touring the building, pay attention to any residents walking their dogs or a neighbor hanging out with their cat in the petting zoo. Notice the atmosphere, how people perceive each other. The building you live in will be an extension of your apartment, and it's important that you feel connected with your neighbors.
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3. Clear rules, zero surprises
Don't get caught off guard: some apartments have strict rules and set weight limits or maximum number of pets allowed. Ask first: Do they accept large breeds? Is there an extra rent for your pet?
4. Parks, cafes and veterinary clinics close at hand
If you're already sure the apartment you want to rent is pet-friendly, don't forget to check whether there's a park nearby to de-stress your dog, a pet-friendly café where they can join you, and even a nearby veterinarian where you can take your cat in a carrier without stressing them out. Your routine will appreciate it, and they'll enjoy it more, too.
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5. Light and air: the anti-stress recipe
Your little cat isn't satisfied with a little corner; he wants some sun to lie down and nap. And your dog will be calmer in a well-ventilated apartment where he feels cool. Ultimately, a bright space improves everyone's mood. Including yours.
6. Pay attention to sound stress
An apartment with thin walls + a barking dog = bad news. Check if the building really has features that make your life (and your furry child's) more pleasant and peaceful; that's just as important as the rent. Here's an extra tip: ask if the apartment has reinforced acoustics. That will help in case there's a symphony of barking.
7. Rent without drama
You've found the place, but the process is endless? Nobody wants endless paperwork. Look for easy rental options where you don't have to worry about even presenting your great-grandmother's deeds. There are currently developments with flexible processes (where they don't even ask for a guarantor), and that allows you to focus on the fun: moving in quickly, decorating your new home, and helping your pet explore every corner.
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Moving with your pet to a new apartment in Mexico City can be an exciting experience, not a headache. We know what you need: a place where both of you can grow, adapt, and feel at home from day one.
Ready to take the next step? There are apartments where your life and your dog's (or cat's) life can flow seamlessly, with spaces designed for both of you and in central neighborhoods like Reforma, Condesa, La Roma, Del Valle, Doctores, Juárez, Nuevo Polanco and La Napoles.
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