The impacts reach beyond individual households. When pet owners are unable to find pet-friendly housing, animals can be surrendered to shelters through no fault of their own, placing additional strain on animal welfare organizations and disrupting the bond between people and their pets.

To help close the gap, The City of Calgary and Calgary Humane Society have partnered to advocate for more pet-friendly rentals.

In this episode, The City of Calgary’s Chief Housing Officer, Reid Hendry, and Carrie Fritz, Executive Director at Calgary Humane Society, discuss:

• What’s driving this housing gap?
• How does pet-friendly housing benefit both landlords and tenants?
• What resources are available to address common concerns?

They also explore how expanding pet-friendly housing can help keep families together, reduce preventable pet surrenders, and build stronger, more connected communities.