Information about renting apartments with a pet in Madrid

Many people have pets nowadays, and they have become a real part of the family. So, you have to be sure that the landlord allows to rent your apartment with a pet.

Pets give us love and attention, they entertain us and keep us company. For many people who own a dog, that dog is the reason they even come out of the house. Walking the dog is sometimes the only physical activity they do during the day.

So if you have a pet and have decided to rent a flat in Madrid, it is important to know in advance that some property owners admit pets in their property, and others don’t. For this reason, you must always make sure you are well informed on the subject of pets. It has to be clearly stated in the rental contract, in order to avoid any problems later on.

If information on the admittance of pets in the property is omitted in the contract, then it is advisable to inform the property owner or agency that you will be taking your pet. Most of the times unfurnished flats will not be a problem though, as you will be taking your own furniture, but as mentioned before, always check before signing your contract.

If the flat is furnished, however, having a pet in the apartment can be a problem for the property owner, as your pet could possibly damage furniture. Even if there is a clause in the contract on having pets in the apartment, you can always try and negotiate with the property owner. He might change his mind and still allow for your pet to accompany you while staying in the apartment.

But regardless of any of this, many city residents share their home with a beloved pet, so it is actually quite normal for anyone in Madrid to own a dog, cat or other type of pet.

This fact persuades many property owners to admit pets in a rental property in Madrid, even if a tenant decides to get one after having moved in already.

Advantages of renting an apartment in Madrid with a pet

Renting a flat in Madrid with your pet is very easy. People in the Spanish capital love animals, and many residents enjoy the good company of a dog or cat.  

If you want to rent a flat in the capital and you already have a pet, or if you want to rent a property and you think you might be getting a pet in the future, then all you have to do is check if there is a clause in the rental contract that clearly states pets are not allowed.

If there is no clause, inform the owner you have a pet, or that you have the intention on getting one during your stay in the apartment. Madrid is the perfect city for pets, because of its many parks where you can enjoy walking your dog.

Remember to always have your dog on a leash, even if you are in a forest or park, and it must also be registered. If your dog is on the list of dangerous dog breeds, or if the animal is nervous or aggressive, it must always wear a muzzle to prevent injuries to people or other animals.