Nashville Apartments

Are you an animal lover? Do you live in a Nashville apartment? Do not fret! If you are permitted to have pets, there are many types of animals that make perfect Nashville apartment pets.

Let us start with the obvious. Certain dogs and cats are the most obvious choices for Nashville apartment pets. There are several dog breeds that make great Nashville apartment pets. Ideal dog companions are easily “potty-trained”, shed very little, and do not bark all day. The biggest issues with dogs are noise and cleanliness. If you have a schedule that permits you to take care of a dog, you might consider a lhasa apso, shih tzu, terrier or small poodle. If you decide to get a dog, you want one that is very low maintenance. This includes minimal walks and social requirements.

Cats are next. In some respects, they are similar to the dog. The biggest difference is their social need. Many cats do not like to be left alone for long periods. In this case, you might consider two cats or a cat and other small animal. Cats will use litter boxes, but you need to have the time to keep the boxes clean. Litter boxes can begin to smell in no time.

Do not forget the rabbit. You can get a regular rabbit or a dwarf rabbit. Dwarf rabbits are ideal for Nashville apartments because of their size. Rabbits are quiet and low maintenance. You do need to make sure cages are cleaned regularly. This will prevent odors from lingering and minimize disease for the rabbit.

Hamsters and guinea pigs are common Nashville apartment pets. They are nonintrusive and low maintenance. The biggest issue with these pets is cleanliness and food. They can go through a lot of water, so you need to make sure their water and food are replenished throughout the day. It is important to keep their cages clean. If you take them out of their cage, be sure they do not get loose as there are plenty of hiding places in Nashville apartments.

Birds are wonderful pets if you keep them clean. Never keep birdcages in or near the kitchen. This becomes a sanitary issue because bird feathers will fly around regardless how well you keep the bird cages clean. Parrots are great, particularly if you can train them to “talk”. If you decide on a parrot, get a small one.

Many Nashville apartment tenants have fish. You can purchase any variety of fish. As long as the fish are compatible with one another, you have a nice conversation piece with your fish tank. Be careful when purchasing fish. If you do not know what you are doing, ask for help. The worst thing you can do is purchase different varieties of fish and learn later some are natural enemies. You will end up with dead fish very soon. You definitely need to check your lease before setting up an aquarium. Some landlords include aquariums in the water clause of the lease that prohibits water beds and other water furniture.

You can also have turtles and lizards as pets. These are probably the pets requiring the least amount of maintenance. Basically, you need to keep cages clean and water available. Snakes are probably not the best pet for Nashville apartments just because of how neighbors will react. Many people are truly afraid of snakes. Before you bring any reptile in to your Nashville apartment, check with your landlord. You do not want to learn after the fact that reptiles are prohibited in your Nashville apartment complex.

As you can see, there are many types of animals that make wonderful Nashville apartment pets. Before getting a pet, make sure your lease allows animals. If you need to pay a pet fee, that small monthly amount is more than worth the companionship a pet provides.

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