Home size
30–39 m²
Homes this size, and how the people in them make daily life work with their animals.
Community stories
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Puppy Toilet Training Corner Before Full Vaccination in a Studio
Bringing our puppy, Teddy, home meant rearranging our studio before we had even unpacked his toys. After discussing local infection risks with our vet, we set up a temporary indoor toilet tr…
The Cat Who Claimed the Window Seat
When we brought our adopted cat, Pepper, home, we had carefully arranged a cosy bed beside the sofa. She walked past it, inspected the living room and settled on the chair where we usually f…
What My ockatoo Taught Me About Quiet Mornings
Living with a parrot in a small apartment is mostly a lesson in routine. My cockatoo lives with me in a 32 m² flat in Melbourne. Her cage is only where she sleeps. During the day she is on a…
Community questions
Browse all questions →Are Tilt-and-Turn Windows Safe for Cats?
I’m looking at how to ventilate a home with tilt-and-turn windows, but I’m worried about the narrow gaps they leave when tilted open. Could a cat get trapped or injured while trying to climb…
Do Ferrets Really Smell in an Apartment?
How noticeable is ferret scent in your apartment, and what does your normal cleaning routine involve? We would like honest accounts from people who live with ferrets, including what visitors…
What Helped Stop Your Rabbits Destroying the Carpet?
My rabbits dug at and chew carpet in a rented home/ We would like to hear about barriers, floor coverings, digging boxes and changes to the rabbits' usable living space. What did you try tha…
How Many Litter Boxes Do Two Cats Need in a Small Apartment?
The usual starting recommendation is one litter box per cat plus one extra, so three boxes for two cats. In a small apartment, finding separate, accessible positions can be harder than findi…
My dog barks at every corridor noise—what helps in a small flat?
Since moving into a small Johannesburg flat, my dog reacts to footsteps, doors closing and people passing outside. We share walls with neighbours, so I’d like to help him feel more settled b…
Can an indoor cat be happy in a small Nairobi apartment?
I’m considering adopting a cat, but my apartment is small and I don’t have a garden. Before making the commitment, I’d love to hear from people living with indoor cats in Nairobi. How do you…
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