Let's face it: taking care of pets when you are working or out of town can be stressful for both sides of the equation. Fortunately, there are a number of solutions available to help you make taking care of basic needs easier than ever. Here's a quick look at some of the basics to make everything easier when you're separated from your precious pet.

Keep Your Pet Watered

Animals should always have access to fresh water. For most situations, having an auto-waterer on hand that uses a vacuum chamber to only let water out when it's needed works wonders. Though auto-filling waterers that hook up to a water supply are tempting, remember that if you have a rambunctious pet, they may knock it over and cause serious flooding and property damage before it can be fixed!

Feeding Time!

If you end up working late regularly, you don't want your pet to go hungry because of your odd hours. Consider switching to a schedule that allows you to feed before you head to work or invest in an automatic feeder that drops food at the same time every day. You won't worry and your pet will have a full tummy.

Keeping an Eye on the Action

Cheap cameras allow us to use them for more purposes than ever before. Setting up a few cameras around your apartment that you can access remotely allows you to see your pet even when you're in the office. Consider pairing it with a speaker so that your pet can hear your voice to help fight loneliness.

Have a Backup in Place

Of course, sometimes things just don't go according to plan and you're stuck across town or away from the area. At this point, your best bet is to have someone who has access to your place who can go check on your pet on a regular basis, especially if your pet has health issues that need to be monitored.

By having a plan to take care of the basics while you're away, both you and your pet will rest easier. If you're looking for awesome, pet-friendly apartments in Dallas, we have you covered. Why not contact our office today and see what's available for you and your four-legged companion?

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When you move into an apartment, there’s a tendency to want to nest and make it your own. But how can you really let your personality show without losing your security deposit in the process? Here’s a quick look at some brilliant hacks to help you make your space unique.

Add Removable Tile

There are a few different types of removable tile now available on the market that can help to quickly dress up your backsplash with no permanent marks.

Go With Contact Paper

Whether it’s a wood finish on the cabinets, a chalkboard wall, marble-finish countertops or even faux stainless steel for your appliances, contact paper covers it all and is still removable at the end.

Put Up Some Curtains

Sure, it’s tempting to just live with the blinds that are already there, but curtains allow you to quickly add a lot of personality to a room. Bonus: Try magnetic rods if you have steel-framed windows.

Lean It

Whether it’s a beautiful painting or a large mirror, leaning it against the wall, whether from the floor or on a tabletop, allows you to show off your style without any nail holes in the wall.

Accent It With Removable Wallpaper

Though it’s a little much to spend to take care of the entire apartment, you can use removable wallpaper to quickly and easily create an accent wall in your new home.

Cover It Up

If your new home’s flooring is blah, consider adding a vinyl flooring mat, area rug or similar solution to cover it up and allow your unique sense of style to show through.

Add Some Greenery

A few plants, even if they’re of the faux variety, allow you to quickly create an oasis. Bonus: Green spaces help you relax more easily during your downtime.

Moving into an apartment doesn’t mean you need to lose your home’s personality, and with these genius hacks, you’ll be able to quickly turn your apartment into a comfortable home that reflects the inner you. Looking for Dallas apartments and need a great community to hang out in? South Side Flats has your next home ready. Please feel free to contact us today to get started.

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