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How to Sell and Buy a Home as a Dog Owner

written by Jessica Brody Some might say that it’s tough to sell and buy a home as a dog owner, but any dog lover knows how untrue that is. Yes, there may be a little extra work, but it’s all worth it at the end of the day. Here is what you need to know when putting your home on the market and shopping around. Staging When selling a home, it will need to be staged. Pets can make it difficult to keep our homes clean. It just means we have to work a little harder, and that’s okay. A good place to start is  repairing any damage to your home. Maybe your dog likes to chew on a particular armchair, or has scuffed up one spot of the flooring near their bed. Whatever it is, make sure it is repaired. You want everything to look immaculate. If you have any carpets or rugs, it’s a good idea to remove them or get them thoroughly cleaned. The average cost to clean carpets in a home is between  $116 and $235 , so it may be worth getting it professionally done. Your home should smel