{"id":15122,"date":"2023-01-10T09:03:32","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T00:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/?p=15122"},"modified":"2025-06-28T15:23:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-28T06:23:11","slug":"live-happily-with-your-pets-in-a-rental-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.villagehouse.jp\/en\/japanese-apartment-life\/live-happily-with-your-pets-in-a-rental-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"Live Happily with your Pets in a Rental Apartment (Updated for 2025!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want to move, but don’t want to be separated from your pet, which is also a member of the family? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or maybe you want to take the opportunity of moving to a new place to get a pet! You may be thinking, “I’d like to have a pet when I move out! Currently, approximately one in three households in Japan has a pet, and not only dogs and cats, but also reptiles, tropical fish, hamsters, and rabbits seem to be popular. It is apparent that people are seeking healing from living with pets and deepening communication within their households. Pets also seem to enrich people’s lives by broadening their circle of friends and improving their health through exercise by taking walks together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it expensive to have a pet? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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There are initial costs involved in bringing a pet into your home in addition to the purchase cost. Major examples include vaccinations and vaccines, food and treats, collars, toilets, etc. Some pet shops will complete a health checkup prior to the pet’s arrival. Some pet stores complete a health checkup in advance or include it in the purchase cost, so check with them individually. In addition, even amid an enjoyable life with your pet, there will be expenses for daily food, medical treatment in case of emergency, trimming, insurance premiums, and utilities. Although the amount varies depending on the type and size of the pet, a small dog is said to cost around 11,000 yen per month to keep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet supplies to prepare when keeping a pet\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n
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When keeping a pet, you need to prepare the necessary supplies for each animal. Here is a list of basic supplies needed to keep dogs, cats, hamsters, and rabbits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs <\/td>Collars Leads Cages\/play pens Toilet supplies Food and water bowls Food Brushes Toys, etc. <\/td><\/tr>
Cats <\/td>Toilet supplies Scratching posts Carrier cases Brushes Food and water bowls Food Toys, etc. <\/td><\/tr>
Hamsters <\/td>Cages Bedding Running wheels Beds Water dispensers Water bottles and food bowls Food, etc. <\/td><\/tr>
Rabbits <\/td>Cages Toilet supplies Chew toys Water bottles\/food bowls Food and hay Bedding, etc. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Disaster preparation for pets <\/h2>\n\n\n
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In a world where disasters can happen unexpectedly, it is very important to prepare in advance to ensure the safety of your beloved pets. Let’s see what preparations and mindset are necessary as pet owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What pet owners should do in advance<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n