05/02/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 05/02/2024 07:43
Zillow Rentals has teamed up with BARK, creators of BarkBox, to dig up the top dog-obsessed cities across the nation. The analysis dives into Zillow's data on pet-friendly apartments and BARK's data on BarkBox and Super Chewer subscribers to reveal fascinating trends about where America's dogs are living their best lives.
Pet-friendly rentals are more important than ever, with 59% of renters reporting they have at least one pet, and with 40% having a dog in 2023, according to Zillow data. This is a significant increase from 2019, when only 46% of renters had a pet and 31% had a dog. And the need for such rentals is clear: Twice as many renters filter for pet-friendly listings than for any other amenity on the Zillow website. Even in New York City - where apartments can sometimes be tight for even one human - "pets allowed" is the second-most-used rental search filter, according to Zillow's NYC brand StreetEasy.
Nationwide, 55% of rental listings on Zillow are advertised as pet-friendly, but the cities on our list all surpass this average, reflecting their higher level of dog-friendliness. While there are many cities where dogs are living the dream, three Texas cities lead the pack for their exceptional love and accommodations for canines:
Check out the full list of the top 10 dog-obsessed cities
City | Share of rentals that allow pets | Most popular breeds | Most popular dog names |
1. Dallas, TX | 79% | Golden retriever, Labrador retriever | Bella, Charlie |
2. Austin, TX | 77% | Labrador retriever, golden retriever | Winston, Charlie |
3. San Antonio, TX | 75% | Labrador retriever, German shepherd | Athena, Bailey |
4. Charlotte, NC | 75% | Golden retriever, Labrador retriever | Bailey, Bella |
5. Indianapolis, IN | 74% | American pit bull terrier, Labrador retriever | Bear, Bella |
6. Denver, CO | 72% | Labrador retriever, golden retriever | Bella, Charlie |
7. New York, NY | 72% | French bulldog, golden retriever | Archie, Charlie |
8. Phoenix, AZ | 71% | American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd | Bear, Bella |
9. Seattle, WA | 70% | American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd | Bailey, Charlie |
10. Jacksonville, FL | 69% | American pit bull terrier, Australian shepherd | Bear, Bella |
Tips for moving with your furry friend
Moving can be a stressful experience, especially when pets are involved. To ensure a seamless transition to a new apartment with your dog, here are Zillow's top four tips:
With dog-friendly apartment options at your fingertips, you're sure to find the perfect home for you and your furry friend, and monthly fun toys and treats from BarkBox are perfect for keeping tails wagging.
For more detailed tips on relocating with pets, check out our comprehensive Moving with Pets guide to ensure your pet's move is as stress-free as yours is.
How we did it
To determine the country's most dog-obsessed cities, Zillow and BARK developed a weighted index using two key data points: Zillow data on pet-friendly rentals in the largest 25 cities by population size in the U.S., and BARK's data compiled from subscription data for BarkBox and Super Chewer. After establishing the ranking of cities, we further enriched our analysis by incorporating BARK's insights into the most popular dog names and breeds in each city.