CREATING A PET-FRIENDLY BUSINESS OR SHOPPING CENTER MON, 27 FEB 2017 BY LINDA ROSADO From mega malls to farmer’s markets and boutiques, more and more shopping centers are opening their doors to those visiting with their pups. By letting Fido come inside, these businesses are gaining a visit from a shopper that might have otherwise kept walking by,…
REASONS TO MAKE YOUR APARTMENT COMPLEX PET-FRIENDLY FRI, 19 FEB 2016 BY LINDA ROSADO As an apartment complex owner, you may have a strong stance for or against pets on your property. Dogs and cats can provide an opportunity for unnecessary damage, like scratches on doors and blemished floors. But, if you prepare your housing…
PET-FRIENDLY AIRPORT ASSETS CREATE A BETTER EXPERIENCE FOR TRAVELERS WITH SERVICE DOGS THU, 12 NOV 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO The holiday season is upon us, which means air travel across the country is about to shoot sky-high, no pun intended. As exciting as jetting off on a plane is, whether to visit home or a…
HOW TO RUN A FIRE-RESISTANT CAMPGROUND MON, 12 OCT 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO If you love spending time outdoors, meeting people from different backgrounds, and taking responsibility to complete tasks, it’s likely that you’re a campground manager. If not, then you might have a strong interest in becoming one. Campground managers, like more corporate managers,…
BECOMING A PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: A CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY-MANAGERS WED, 16 SEP 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO As a property manager, welcoming pets into your community could just be the business boost you’ve been looking for. Over three quarters of renters own pets, and making your community open to four-legged family members could encourage this segment of…
BACK TO SCHOOL: 3 TIPS FOR FINDING A DOG-FRIENDLY COLLEGE APARTMENT MON, 17 AUG 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO While most dorms and on-campus housing only allow service animals to reside with students, there are usually plenty of off-campus options catering to young pet parents wishing to bring their furry loved ones along for the college…
GET YOUR CAMPGROUND READY FOR SUMMER FUN TUE, 28 JUL 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Summer is all about the great outdoors, and road trips and camping are always popular summer activities. During this season, campgrounds are bound to see some above-average turnouts and keep very busy. With so many families coming in and out, a…
TAKING THE FIRST STEPS TO BUILDING A DOG PARK IN YOUR COMMUNITY TUE, 16 JUN 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Dog parks provide a safe place for dogs to interact with other pups, play with new toys, run free and get their fair share of exercise. Having local access to a great dog park is a…
JOBS WITH PUPS: PERFECT CAREERS FOR DOG LOVERS TUE, 12 MAY 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Your favorite part about coming home is getting to spend time with your four-legged friend. But what if you could spend your days working alongside furry companions, too? Having a love for dogs can easily be translated into a career…
WHAT PET PARENTS LOOK FOR IN AN APARTMENT/CONDO COMMUNITY FRI, 01 MAY 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO It’s estimated that 37%–47% of all American households include at least one dog. Pet parents think of their dogs as just that, their children, so finding a great place to live means finding the perfect home for their pets,…