Home Seller/Buyer Tips!

Written By The Via Domus Team

Pet-Friendly Tips for Selling or Buying a Home: Because Your Pets Matter, Too

At The Via Domus Team, we know your home is more than just a place—it’s where your life happens, and that includes your pets. For many of our clients, dogs, cats, and other furry or feathered friends are cherished family members. Whether you’re preparing to sell your current home or searching for a new one, we understand that your pets’ comfort, safety, and happiness are just as important as yours.

Here are a few thoughtful tips—and some heartfelt guidance—to make the real estate journey smooth for you and your pets.

Tips for Sellers with Pets

Stage with Pets in Mind—Without Losing the Love

While your pet may bring you joy every day, it’s important to present a neutral, clean space that allows buyers to imagine their own lives in your home. Remove pet beds, toys, scratching posts, food bowls, and litter boxes during showings. This doesn’t mean your pets are anything less than wonderful—it simply ensures your home appeals to the widest range of buyers, including those with allergies or sensitivities.

Minimize Pet Odors for a Fresh First Impression

We often get used to the familiar scents of our pets, but prospective buyers may be more sensitive. A deep clean of carpets, upholstery, and pet-frequented areas is essential. Consider bringing in a professional cleaning service and using air purifiers or natural deodorizers. A fresh-smelling home creates an inviting environment and speaks volumes about how well a home is cared for.

Prioritize Your Pet’s Well-Being During Showings

Open houses and showings can be overwhelming for pets. Unfamiliar people, new scents, and disruptions to their routine can create stress. For their comfort—and the comfort of your buyers—we recommend arranging for pets to stay with a trusted friend, family member, or pet daycare during showings. If that’s not possible, secure them in a quiet, safe area away from the main living spaces. We’ll always work with your schedule and your pets’ needs when arranging showings.

Tips for Buyers with Pets

Seek Out Pet-Friendly Features

When touring homes, think beyond square footage. Look for features that support your pets’ lifestyle—like a fenced backyard, durable flooring, mudrooms, or proximity to walking trails, dog parks, or veterinary care. We’re happy to help you identify homes and neighborhoods that align with your pets’ needs.

Know the Rules—Before You Buy

Some HOAs, condo associations, or town regulations limit the number, size, or breed of pets allowed. We'll help you carefully review community bylaws or property restrictions so you don’t run into issues after closing. Planning ahead avoids unnecessary heartache later.

Make Space for Their Comfort

Just like people, pets need a sense of home. Whether it’s a sunny nook for napping, a yard for playtime, or a quiet corner for their crate or litter box, we’ll help you envision how each home fits the routines of everyone in your household—including the four-legged ones.

Because Pets Are Family—We’re Here to Help

At The Via Domus Team of William Raveis Real Estate, we don’t just help you find a home—we help your whole family find the right fit. That includes your pets, who bring so much love and personality to your life.

We’ve helped many clients navigate the real estate process with pets in mind, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. From flexible showing schedules to identifying pet-friendly communities, you can count on us to approach your journey with understanding, compassion, and expert guidance.

Your pets are part of your story—and your next chapter matters to us.

Let’s find the perfect place for every member of your family.

Think about your pets’ daily routines and how your new home will accommodate them. Easy-to-clean flooring, spacious layouts, and areas for your pets to play and rest can make your new home more comfortable and practical.

Reach out today for a complimentary consultation.
Helping You Find (and Sell) the Way Home.

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The Via Domus Team

Award-winning service, experience and dedication! When you choose The Via Domus Team of William Raveis Real Estate to help buy or sell a home, you not only receive the expertise of two full-time, professional real estate agents, but you also receive our award-winning service. As partners, we have proudly earned the #8 Partnership in Connecticut, Closed Units and the Chairman's Club Award for over $7 million in sales for 2021, President's Club Award for over $6 million in sales for 2020 and over $5 million in 2019, #3 Partnership in Connecticut for Closed Units in 2019, along with the Excellence in Customer Service Award for multiple years with William Raveis Real Estate. We are also Certified Homeownership Professionals with special training in the mortgage, insurance, and settlement services areas, so we can properly advise our clients through every step of homeownership. We are dedicated to making the home selling and buying adventure a smooth and stress-free experience for our clients. From the day you sign a listing agreement for your home or a buyer representation agreement with The Via Domus Team, to the day of your closing, we will be with you every step of the way. Helping Our Clients Find The Way Home!

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