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Indianapolis Cat Friendly Apartments

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Cat Friendly Apartments for Rent

Cat friendly apartments don't have to be harder to find than regular apartment listings if you know how to look. Use your online apartment locator to generate pet friendly listings. Cats are generally more welcome in the rental property world than other pets, such as dogs, because they are smaller, potentially create less mess, and are quiet. If an apartment listing says "pet friendly," it allows cats but may not allow dogs, or it may allow pets with the stipulation of an extra deposit or fee to be paid.

Some listings may not say whether they allow pets at all. However, because cats are so unobtrusive and kept indoors, it is worth inquiring with the landlord whether they would accept a cat or a deposit to allow the cat. If you do come to an agreement, make sure it is clearly detailed in a rental agreement and signed by all parties (except the cat, of course).

Keeping Cats in Indianapolis

Keeping a cat in an apartment in Indianapolis requires the usual cat care responsibilities, as well as some seasonal factors to consider. During summertime heat waves, for example, you'll need to leave extra bowls of water out and run a fan or air conditioner. In colder months, make sure you prevent your curious kitty from getting out or catching cold. Also, occasionally bathing your cat can help it stay healthier by reducing the occurrence of hairballs. This can be particularly helpful during the summer when cats are shedding and struggling to maintain a cool body temperature.

You should also evaluate your cat's needs in your new rental apartment space. A general rule to keep in mind is to have one litter box and two scratching posts per cat. Keep toys around to keep your cat happy. Finally, securing your shelving units to walls and using museum putty to secure your belongings to those shelves can prevent your cat from accidentally knocking anything over.

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