No Pets at My Open Houses 🚫🐶🐱🐦

Not a Pet Playdate

You might think I sound like the meanest Realtor, but hear me out: an open house isn’t the time for me to babysit pets—or kids, for that matter. My job is to sell the property, not run a doggy daycare.

Why Pets Don’t Belong at Showings

Even though I adore animals (probably yours too!), they just don’t mix well with open houses. Here’s why:

• Accidents happen. I’ve had dogs lift a leg on furniture.

• Liability risk. If a visitor tries to pet your dog and gets bitten, it’s a big problem—even if your pet is “always friendly.”

• Distractions. Buyers should be focused on the home, not your pet.

Animals Are Unpredictable

No matter how well-behaved Fluffy, Fido, or Polly might be, pets are unpredictable in new environments. For everyone’s safety and comfort, leave them at home during an open house.

Final Word

I promise—it’s not because I don’t love animals. I really do. But when it comes to showings, the focus should be 100% on the property. So: no dogs, no cats, no birds. No exceptions.