Carthage, MO 64 Dog Friendly Apartments for Rent

Carthage was the site of the first official battle of the American Civil War - the Battle of Carthage - on July 5, 1861. Re-enactments of the battle are staged by local groups to commemorate the event.

The city of Carthage is located in Jasper County, Missouri, United States. It makes up part of the Joplin, Missouri Metropolitan Statistical Area. It has the nickname of "America's Maple Leaf City" due to the beautiful leaf colors to be witnessed during the months of fall. The 2010 U.S. Census estimated the population of the city to be almost 14,400. At the current intersection of Central and Garrison Avenue, Route 66 intersected with U.S. Route 71 in the 1920s. The iconic Route 66 was re-routed and then replaced with Interstate 44 in the 1960s. July is the warmest month, when average highs reach 91 degrees. January is the coolest month in Carthage, when average low temperatures drop down to 23 degrees. View Carthage City Guide

Finding an apartment in Carthage that accepts your pet may not be easy, but it’s very possible. Keep in mind, most of the time you’ll have to pay a premium for bringing your dog along in your new apartment. Some apartments require you to pay monthly pet rent, others will ask for a non-refundable pet fee or a refundable pet deposit.

While landlords and property management companies have varying pet policies, most of them limit the number of dogs you can bring to your apartment and include breed and weight restrictions.

If your pet falls under some of the restrictions outlined in the pet policy, it’s still worth asking the landlord if they can make an exception for your dog. Preparing a pet resume ahead of time could help you build the case for your furry friend. Make sure to include information on behavioral training your dog went through over the years and proof of vaccinations. If you can, include references from your former landlord and/or neighbors.