Searching for a rental home when you have pets can sometimes feel daunting — but the good news is that with the right preparation and a proactive approach, you can greatly increase your chances of securing a property that suits both you and your furry companion. Here’s how to put your best foot (and paw) forward.

Before You Apply

Before submitting any applications, make sure the property is genuinely suitable for your pet. Consider:

Space and layout: Is there enough room for your pet to live comfortably?Fencing and security: Will outdoor areas keep your pet safe and contained?Rules and restrictions: Check subdivision or body corporate bylaws to ensure your pet type is permitted.Daily needs: Think about access to outdoor areas, exercise spaces, and safe environments.


Create a Pet Profile (Pet CV)

A Pet Profile helps landlords feel confident about approving your pet. Include:

Your pet’s name, age, breed, and personalityDetails about training, such as obedience or house trainingVaccination and flea treatment historyRegistration or microchipping informationA recent, friendly photo

This small step goes a long way in showing responsibility and transparency.

Provide Rental References

If you’ve rented before with your pet, ask your previous landlord or property manager to confirm that:

Your pet was well behavedYour pet did not cause damageThere were no noise or nuisance issues

Positive references can significantly strengthen your application.

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At Summit Real Estate, investing in our team is key to delivering better results for our clients. This month, our sales team spent a full day with Andrew Gibbons from Marshall White’s Hawthorn office in Melbourne—an industry leader in high-performance auction campaigns. 

The session reinforced why auctions continue to be one of the most effective sale methods in today’s market: 

Complete transparency for buyers, with open, competitive bidding. Unconditional outcomes for vendors, offering certainty and confidence on the day. True market value, driven by a focused three- to four-week campaign. Fast, decisive results, with no waiting on conditions or delays. 

“It’s the best way to get an unconditional deal on your property within a short campaign—sold under the hammer with no waiting on conditions.” 
— Tracy Beer, Sales & Marketing Consultant 

Emma McCashin says the training highlighted how auctions consistently bring out strong competition and clear buyer engagement, benefiting vendors while providing buyers with full visibility of the process. 

Another key takeaway from the session as noted by Summit Sales & Marketing Consultant Dwayne Lohmann was the power of auction psychology. Auctions create a high-intensity, competitive environment where multiple bidders can become emotionally invested—often pushing beyond their initial limit to secure the property. Once the hammer falls, the sale is unconditional, giving clients complete certainty. Vendors also maintain control over important terms, including the reserve price and settlement date.

Glyn Delany reinforced the structural strength of this method, adding that auctions offer sellers a disciplined, predictable process. In the current market, many conditional sales fall over during due diligence -however, with auctions, buyers complete all due diligence beforehand.

“When the hammer drops, you have a guaranteed, unconditional sale”.
— Glyn Delany, Sales & Marketing Consultant 

As we head into the busy Summer season, Summit Real Estate is set to roll out more auction campaigns across the region—backed by refreshed training, proven strategy, and a team committed to delivering premium outcomes.

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