The Do’s and Don’ts of Showing Homes with Pets
Wed Oct 22 2025
Episode 21 - Love your pets, but selling your home? Here’s what every homeowner (and agent) should know before showtime.
In this episode of The Open Door Podcast, hosts Melanie Gundersheim and Margie Gundersheim share real-life (and sometimes hilarious) stories about pets during home showings- from curious cats to overly excited dogs.
They break down why managing pets during a showing is crucial, how to prevent messy mishaps, and what to do if your furry friend causes an unexpected distraction. You’ll also hear smart tips for minimizing stress for both sellers and buyers, especially those with allergies, so every showing goes smoothly.
HIGHLIGHTS:
00:45 - Pet Stories and Showings Gone Wrong01:36 - The Cat Showing Fiasco04:30 - When Pets Get Sick (and How to Handle It)06:46 - Managing Dogs During Showings08:09 - Best Practices for Pet Owners and Agents
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SUPPORT “THE OPEN DOOR PODCAST”:
Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share with a friend or to your IG stories & follow along on instagram @realestatebymelanie_ and @margiegundersheim for updates + fun and insightful content.
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Episode 21 - Love your pets, but selling your home? Here’s what every homeowner (and agent) should know before showtime. In this episode of The Open Door Podcast, hosts Melanie Gundersheim and Margie Gundersheim share real-life (and sometimes hilarious) stories about pets during home showings- from curious cats to overly excited dogs. They break down why managing pets during a showing is crucial, how to prevent messy mishaps, and what to do if your furry friend causes an unexpected distraction. You’ll also hear smart tips for minimizing stress for both sellers and buyers, especially those with allergies, so every showing goes smoothly. HIGHLIGHTS: 00:45 - Pet Stories and Showings Gone Wrong01:36 - The Cat Showing Fiasco04:30 - When Pets Get Sick (and How to Handle It)06:46 - Managing Dogs During Showings08:09 - Best Practices for Pet Owners and Agents STAY CONNECTED: IG: @realestatebymelanie_ IG: @margiegundersheim 🌐 gundersheimgroup.com BOOK A REAL ESTATE STRATEGY CALL: https://calendly.com/melanie-gundersheim/15min-meeting CONNECT WITH WINNOW AND BLOOM: https://www.winnowandbloom.com/ SUPPORT “THE OPEN DOOR PODCAST”: Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Apple Podcasts to help support the show! Share with a friend or to your IG stories & follow along on instagram @realestatebymelanie_ and @margiegundersheim for updates + fun and insightful content.