The first rule in the game of How to Live Happily with Fluffy is, of course, to seek only apartments that allow pets. If these explicitly-fine-with-Fido properties are lacking in your area, however, don’t despair. There are a number of ways to increase your chances of convincing Landlord-to-Be that your pet won’t be a problem. [...]

As age-old rivalries go, dogs versus cats is paramount.  Like Superman and Lex, Caesar and Brutus, Dumbledore and Grindelwald (for some reason, no female rivalries come immediately to mind), cats and dogs duke it out on the symbolic stage every day, and they don’t even know it. So which furry friend should you choose to [...]

If the New Year requires the symmetry of a new apartment, or if the holidays brought a new nibbler (read:  rampaging puppy) gift-wrapped like the shoe-eater she is, it might be time to lock away the leather.   Need some help pet-proofing?  We’ve covered the basics: Think “child-proof” If a crawling kid could open it or [...]

Maybe you don’t feel like following a dog around the city, plastic bag in hand, just waiting for the inevitable. Perhaps cats seem too aloof, and fish just aren’t givers.  Or maybe you just want to impress your house guests without redecorating the whole place.  Well, look no further!  Here are some interesting and unusual [...]

If you’re like me, the beginning of December can mean dread.  How will I ever find something that my mother will actually use?  Something my picky brother cannot criticize?  And when will I have time to shop for such gifts?  Well, dear reader, you may have noticed that we’re big fans of Etsy.com, and your [...]

So, maybe you’ve noticed that we have a little crush on Etsy.  What can we say—really cute, handmade goods that make our apartments and lives a little prettier?  What’s not to like?  Newsflash:  your pets can go Etsy-crazy, too!  If you enjoy the more unique things in life but don’t have all day to trawl [...]

By MyNewPlace Dlogger And Celebrity Living Expert, Leroy Brown Woof readers! It’s been a while since I’ve barked at you: I’ve been very busy chewing and strewing and wreaking havoc. But I’m back and ready to update you on September’s celebrity housing situation. In this issue: Family Man Will Smith, The Newly Single J. Lo, [...]

The recession is only one of many factors that has compelled an increasing number of people to choose renting over buying.  While owning a house definitely has its perks – here is a list of reasons why renting might be the best choice for you! 10. No Foreclosure If you own your own house or [...]

Though many apartment complexes strictly prohibit dogs on the premises, there are lots of complexes will allow their tenants to adopt a cat. In general, cats are less destructive, less noisy and less difficult to manage than many dogs are. In addition, they’re small, relatively easy to care for and they make great apartment pets. [...]

Pets give us affection when we’re lonely and comfort when we’re not feeling our best and getting a new one can be a fun and exciting life change. But what do you do if you’re bringing a new pet home to an apartment that already has a pet-resident? There are a number of tips and [...]