Allowing pets in your apartment: advantages and disadvantages

The number of households with pets is on the rise, and more and more people want to enjoy their days off in the company of their animals. But finding places to spend your vacation with your dog is not always easy. Have you considered the possibility of allowing pets in your accommodation? Before you make your decision, we warn you that this has advantages, but also some disadvantages.

Advantages of having an accommodation that allows dogs

Vacations with pets are a growing trend. In recent years the number of people looking for accommodations where they can also bring their animals has multiplied, generally dogs. If you decide to accept four-legged furry friends in your vacation apartment, you will quickly notice the benefits:

Your market grows

Just like that. In a split second, the moment you decide to accept pets, the number of people interested in renting your apartment will grow. As of today, there is little balance between supply and demand in this regard. Many people want to travel with their dogs, and few establishments accept them. If you decide to take the step of allowing your guests to bring their furry friends, you will be making a difference compared to other apartments in your area. Additionally, you can learn other techniques to compete on Airbnb.

You earn more

Responsible pet owners who travel with their pets are fully aware that dogs are actually an inconvenience for their host: they shed hair, smell, and can even misbehave. Precisely because of this they don't mind paying more in exchange for being able to stay with their pet. If you allow dogs, you can charge at least €20 more per day of stay.

They rate you better

It's inevitable, as soon as animal lovers see that you're giving them the opportunity to enjoy their vacation with their dog immediately they like you a little better than the rest. If you also take care of your furry guests and offer them some amenity specially designed for them, like a small rubber toy or a treat, you already have the owners won over for life. They won't hesitate to speak well of you and your accommodation!

Disadvantages of allowing dogs in your accommodation

But not everything is rosy, allowing animals in your home also has some drawbacks. If dogs are not well-behaved, they can make noise and disturb your neighbors.

Are you concerned about the noise that dogs can make? Take a look at our post on noise sensors for tourist accommodations.

Additionally, you must add that after each stay you will have to do a very thorough cleaning to prevent a guest with allergies to animal hair from having discomfort. And let's not forget about damages like cushions that turn into foam or carpets with suspicious yellow stains.The good thing is that you can avoid this if from the very beginning you make clear the rules for pet accommodation (here we tell you how you can inform your guests) and charge an extra for them that is enough to cover the cleaning costs and repair possible damages. In the end, what you earn more if you admit dogs can far exceed the possible drawbacks.

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