I Love My Pet, How About You?
Categories: Fort Lauderdale, Just For Fun, Real Estate News
hiI love my pet; she’s been with me for fourteen years. She was only suppose to stay that one rainy night, and then returned to a marina to live her life out as a “yard dog”. Although fate intervened and she became my best friend, and a member of my family. Loyal, attentive, and a heart filled of unconditional love just for my family. 
When animals are a common bond with other people, there is an “ah ha” moment. We understand the depth of what were capable of doing for the precious gift we’re given. I wonder what people who perhaps never had the chance to bond with a kitten, or a puppy think of us animal lovers “oohing and awhing” over a beloved pet.
Statistics show there are 44.8 million households in the US which have a dog; 38.4 million have cats. Those precentages are continually growing. The American Pet Product Manufacturers Association released its 2007-08 National Pet Owners Survey, finding that expenditures on pets in this country topped $40 billion in 2007. This phenomenon has lead me to ask how the decision to purchase a home is effected by the consideration of a pet. I know that when I’ve looked for homes, one of the first thoughts I’ve had concerned how pet friendly the home, or condo was. As a realtor and a pet lover I’ve noticed restrictions on pets becoming commonplace. Are pets allowed? How many can you have? The most common restriction is the size of the pet. A
re these restrictions really neccessary? Why should my neighbor really care if I have a pet, or for that matter, more than one? I think these questions should be asked. We may not appreciate the fact that not everyone has to love “fuffy”, but we have to recognize it. Knowing the covenants in a particular subdivision is important. Not being able to have your beloved companion because they may have fur, and four legs is something you don’t want to find out after you purchase that perfect home. Let me help first. If you’re relocating to Fort Lauderdale, or are considering a new home because your family is growing, then let me assist you in locating the home that fits you needs… all of them including “Fluffy”.
