Coldwell Banker Homes for Dogs Project: Uniting a Network for a Worthy Cause No matter how big or small your franchise is, the feeling you get when your company comes together for community efforts like the Homes for Dogs Project – it’s invaluable ATHENA SNOW This is a contributor post by Tommy King, director of marketing at Coldwell Banker The Real Estate Group When hurricanes Harvey and Irma swept through the south in 2017 leaving so many people devastated throughout Texas and Florida, we knew we had ... read more

How to Keep Your Pets Stress-Free During a Move Keep your pets stress-free during your move. SHARON LEE Guest post by Laura McHolm If you are moving this summer you probably already feel the stresses of moving, but have you thought about what your four-legged family member may be feeling? Dogs and pets do feel the stresses of a move and often even more stress than their human companions are feeling.Imagine: you can’t read, understand all of the chatter around you and all you see is the chaos of boxes. You... read more

How to Install a Pet Door In. Out. Repeat. Sound familiar? Stop playing doorman and install a pet door in your home with this guide. SHARON LEE The first and most important step in determining whether a pet door is right for your home is to consider what issues might come from your pet’s new-found freedom. For instance, does your dog or cat have a tendency to run away? Or, do you live on a busy street? Will your neighbors mind if your pet is outside unattended? Keep all of these things in mind before insta... read more

Is Your Neighborhood Pet Friendly? Here’s How to Tell! Here’s how to tell if the town you’re considering has gone to the dogs. LINDSAY LISTANSKI By Elizabeth Roehrig   When you’re on the hunt for a new home, you want to make sure it’ll be a good fit for every member of the family—including your pup. Of course you’ll be looking at the outdoor space, but it’s smart to think beyond the property line. After all, the neighborhood itself can make a huge dif... read more

How to Make Space for a New Pet at Home Getting a furry friend is always an exciting time, however, it’s definitely a good idea to make a few tweaks to your home and take some precautions to ensure a happy, healthy life for the newest member of your family. Here are a few starter tips whether you’re getting a cat or dog. SHARON LEE Guest post by Michelle Lee, Houzz Getting a furry friend is always an exciting time, however, it’s definitely a good idea to make a few tweaks to your home and ta... read more