Athens, TX

6 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

Athens is one of those cities you don't forget easily! You either love it, or love to hate on it, but it tends to resonate with people in lingering ways. Athens is described as the city with "the most natural, lovable scenery," "the hottest humid summers," "first bona fide retirement community" and "the black-eye pea capital of the world," among others. The population is over 12,000 in this progressive city, which is the seat for Henderson County. See more

Finding an apartment in Athens that accepts your pet may not be easy, but it’s very possible. Keep in mind, most of the time you’ll have to pay a premium for bringing your dog along in your new apartment. Some apartments require you to pay monthly pet rent, others will ask for a non-refundable pet fee or a refundable pet deposit.

While landlords and property management companies have varying pet policies, most of them limit the number of dogs you can bring to your apartment and include breed and weight restrictions.

If your pet falls under some of the restrictions outlined in the pet policy, it’s still worth asking the landlord if they can make an exception for your dog. Preparing a pet resume ahead of time could help you build the case for your furry friend. Make sure to include information on behavioral training your dog went through over the years and proof of vaccinations. If you can, include references from your former landlord and/or neighbors.