If you’re looking to buy a condominium for you and your furry friend (or think you may want pets in the future), it’s important to know the rules about pet ownership before making an offer on any specific condo unit. While some condos don’t allow pets at all, there are many pet-friendly condos in Alberta. But even these will have very specific bylaws governing pet ownership and the presence of pets on common property. No matter how big or small, furry, feathered, or scaled, caged or leashed, you need to know what bylaws could affect you and your pet before buying your new home. Restrictions vary greatly from condo to condo, often placing limits on the weight, size, and number of pets permitted in each unit, as well as the types of pets – not just cats and dogs. Oftentimes the allowance of pets is also subject to “approval of the board”, so if you find a condo you love, you’ll need to talk to the board of directors or property management company to ensure your pet will receive ...