{"id":1621,"date":"2018-12-07T09:22:49","date_gmt":"2018-12-07T09:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.idealflatmate.co.uk\/flatmate-HQ\/?p=1621"},"modified":"2019-04-23T10:09:46","modified_gmt":"2019-04-23T10:09:46","slug":"cats-protection-launch-purrfect-landlords","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/flatmate-HQ\/cats-protection-launch-purrfect-landlords\/","title":{"rendered":"Cats Protection Launch Purrfect Landlords"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>They say that having a pet in your home is good for your health, and we couldn\u2019t agree more.<\/p>\n<p>Pets make you feel safe, loved and offer this warmth feeling as you return home from work. But when you rent, it\u2019s not always easy to own a pet. With research showing that less than half of private rented housing allows for pets, and over a third of UK households living in rented access, it\u2019s no surprise that it\u2019s one of the top five reasons why cats are handed into adoption centres to be rehomed.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1629\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/paul-hanaoka-273388-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Cats Protection Launch Purrfect Landlords\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/paul-hanaoka-273388-unsplash.jpg 1200w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/paul-hanaoka-273388-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/paul-hanaoka-273388-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/paul-hanaoka-273388-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The charity <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cats.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cats Protection<\/a> have launched <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cats.org.uk\/purrfectlandlords\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Purrfect Landlords<\/a>, offering free guidance and promoting the benefits of living with cats, to both landlords and letting agents, and tenants.<\/p>\n<p>The charity\u2019s head of advocacy and government relations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?time_continue=23&amp;v=hfn0DbWB9XM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jacqui Cuff, explains<\/a> that many landlords don\u2019t have pet policies, meaning they won\u2019t allow pets. Cats Protection want more landlords to have responsible pet policies, including limiting the number of cats to two and requiring the cats to be neutered and microchipped.<\/p>\n<p>Jacqui also added that they speak to many renters who state most adverts have \u2018no pets\u2019, and the reason is normally simple, with it just being habit. But with more and more people now renting, this means that landlords are missing out on a huge pool of responsible tenants, who would treat properties as a valued home. And with a pet cat helping tenants to feel happier and more likely to stay for longer, this in turn, is good news for landlords.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1628\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/sarah-dorweiler-128578-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Cats Protection Launch Purrfect Landlords\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/sarah-dorweiler-128578-unsplash.jpg 1200w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/sarah-dorweiler-128578-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/sarah-dorweiler-128578-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/sarah-dorweiler-128578-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Cats Protection have some suggested tips for landlords who are wanting to advertise their property as \u2018pets considered\u2019, ensuring that landlords can make their decision once they\u2019ve met their potential tenant.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ask owners about their cat:<\/strong> Get the tenant to put together a \u2018Pet CV\u2019 to find out more about their cat, including vet records and any details of the cat\u2019s character.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Request to meet the cat:<\/strong> This gives the chance to reassure about the suitability of the cat and their owner for the property<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create a standard responsible and reasonable pet policy or clause:<\/strong> this should require cats to be neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petside.com\/best-flea-treatment-for-cats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">treated for fleas<\/a>. Cats Protection offer examples and links <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cats.org.uk\/purrfectlandlords\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There is also advice on Cats Protection for tenants, who already have a cat however are having trouble finding a rented property.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pick up the phone:<\/strong> Whilst many adverts may state \u2018no pets\u2019, in some cases landlords might be flexible once you approach them. Explain the situation, reassure them you\u2019re a responsible owner and that your cat has been neutered and microchipped etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Put together a Pet CV:<\/strong> Similar to the landlord request, including vet records, details of your cat\u2019s character and how they spend their time. There are examples and links <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cats.org.uk\/private-tenants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask for help:<\/strong> If you need to move and haven\u2019t found a property, try asking a friend or family member if they can temporarily look after your cat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whilst this isn\u2019t always possible, and some landlords still won\u2019t allow for pets, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cats.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cats Protection<\/a> offer great help and advice on their website for both tenants and landlords.<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re able to take your furry little creature to your next property, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idealflatmate.co.uk\/flatmate-HQ\/ten-tips-to-make-sure-living-with-pets-and-flatmates-works-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 tips to make sure living with pets and flatmates works out.<\/a>..<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.idealflatmate.co.uk\/search?utm_campaign=blog-flatmate&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_source=idf-website\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1093\" src=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/10\/blog-flathunter.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"\/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/10\/blog-flathunter.jpg 1200w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/10\/blog-flathunter-300x58.jpg 300w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/10\/blog-flathunter-768x148.jpg 768w, \/flatmate-HQ\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/10\/blog-flathunter-1024x198.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>They say that having a pet in your home is good for your health, and we couldn\u2019t agree more. 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