RDI Properties
We have always been pet friendly!

We have always been pet friendly. At first we were a bit too friendly. We once had a telephone call from a tenant, "I can't find my 5 feet long python Boris. I just fed with and he must have drawled somewhere to hibernate. I know I am moving in two weeks but do not worry when he comes out just ask the new tenants to call and I will get him." We made it clear how that was unacceptable and Boris was found asleep in a closet.
Since then we have developed a written lease amendment and an annual pet fee system. We tend to shy away from exotics like snakes, ferrets, pigs and large birds. We also discourage aggressive or territorial dogs.
Pets are a plus for owners but we are also careful about extra cleaning as allergies are on the rise in the U.S. We try to balance between responsible pet owners and tenants with allergies. We require extra cleaning by departing pet owners for this reason.
We also provide and maintain dog waste stations on our properties. Our single family residences have fenced yards. Dog owners especially appreciate these yards.
One of the benefits of pet ownership is that it can lead to a more active lifestyle. According to TIME Health, daily runs or walks with a dog can help decrease blood pressure and lower the risk of heart disease. Choosing building locations that promote walkability is a key strategy to get the most out of the active lifestyle pets can bring. In addition to keeping residents active, pets provide well-known psychological benefits.
Americans' beloved four-legged companions are increasingly taking on the role of service animal based on their ability to provide emotional support and improve their owners' mental health. We already have had tenants with support animals; both cats and dogs.








