September 2024 Newsletter
Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative
Through compelling research and actionable tools, we build a stronger and more pet-inclusive housing industry.
Welcome to the September 2024 PIHI Newsletter! This month, we're exploring the uplifting benefits of pets - and barriers to experiencing those benefits. We're also sharing important stories we're following, some latest research on pets and housing, and where we'll be next!
Beyond Companionship: How Pets Improve our Quality of Life
Pets aren't just our cherished companions; they're often lifelines who boost our mood and bring joy into our lives. Pets can make our minds and hearts healthier, and there are compelling stats to back it up. But there's a catch—many pet owners face frustrating hurdles with rental housing's breed and weight restrictions, as well as climbing fees.
In this month's blog, Judy Bellack explores the uplifting benefits of pets and tackles the challenges – and viable solutions – to this dynamic.
Read Judy Bellack 's latest blog here.
Stories We're Following
Latest PIHI Research
We looked at the largest 50 rental property management companies in 12 major cities in the United States to understand why residents say it is so hard to find pet-inclusive rental housing even among “pet-friendly” management companies. Only 12 property management companies in these cities have at least 50% of their properties with no breed or size restrictions. For a deeper dive into this research, visit the Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative 's LinkedIn page.
Where We'll Be?