How to Find Airbnb Rentals with Pets allowed
12
Amenity code
Usually hidden
In Airbnb's UI
500+
Filters on CustomBNB
Quick Answer
Airbnb's standard search only shows ~24 amenity filters. Pets allowed is often hidden in the standard UI. Use the button below to search Airbnb with Pets allowed pre-filtered — or read on to understand how it works.
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Pets allowed is one of the amenities Airbnb does expose as a native filter, but it's a blunt instrument — it doesn't tell you if there's a weight limit, a breed restriction, an extra cleaning fee, or whether the property is actually pet-proofed (fenced yard, no toxic plants, hard flooring). Travellers who won't leave a dog behind need more than a yes/no toggle; they need to cross-reference pets allowed with amenities like a fenced yard, baby safety gates repurposed for pet containment, or nearby dog-friendly outdoor space. CustomBNB lets you combine "pets allowed" with the specific supporting amenities that make a stay genuinely workable with an animal, not just technically permitted.
When you open Airbnb's search filter panel, you'll see options for basic amenities like "Wifi" and "Pool." But for more specific features like Pets allowed, the filter may not appear at all — or it's buried so deep that most travellers never find it. Airbnb has assigned an internal amenity code to Pets allowed (code: 12), but their UI simply doesn't expose it.
This forces travellers into one of two bad options: read through every listing description hoping the host mentioned it, or book somewhere and discover the amenity isn't available after you arrive.
How CustomBNB Lets You Filter by Pets allowed
CustomBNB aggregates all of Airbnb's internal amenity codes — including Pets allowed (code 12) — and surfaces them through a simple, searchable interface. When you click the search button, CustomBNB generates an Airbnb URL with the amenity code appended, sending you directly to pre-filtered results on Airbnb's platform.
You're not leaving Airbnb's ecosystem — you're just arriving with your filters already set. CustomBNB requires no account to try, and takes under 30 seconds. For a deeper look at how Airbnb's hidden filter system works, read our complete guide to Airbnb's hidden amenity codes.
Opens CustomBNB with Pets allowed pre-selected.
How to Search Airbnb for Pets allowed: Step by Step
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Click the search button above (or go to custombnb.app). Pets allowed will be pre-selected for you.
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Optionally add more filters. Want Pets allowed AND a pool? AND fast WiFi? You can stack as many as you need.
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Click "Search Airbnb." You'll be taken directly to Airbnb.com with Pets allowed already filtered. Enter your dates and location to finalise your search.
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Browse results and book directly on Airbnb as you normally would. CustomBNB has no involvement in the booking process.
Tips for Booking an Airbnb with Pets allowed
Verify the Pets allowed before you commit
Airbnb amenities are self-reported by hosts. Before booking, scan the listing photos for the Pets allowed, check that recent reviews mention it positively, and read the "Things to know" section for any caveats. A filter match is a starting point — not a guarantee.
Message the host to confirm if it's a dealbreaker
If Pets allowed is essential to your trip, send the host a quick message before booking to confirm it's available and in working order for your dates. Most hosts respond within a few hours. Getting it in writing also protects you if there's a dispute after check-in.
What else to look for in the listing
Always message the host directly before booking to confirm any pet fee, weight or breed restrictions, and how many pets are allowed — "pets allowed" on the listing doesn't guarantee unlimited pets. Ask whether the outdoor space is fully enclosed if you have a dog that needs to run off-leash. Check reviews for mentions of noise complaints from neighbours or shared walls, which matter more in apartment buildings than standalone houses. If your pet is not well-travelled, a ground-floor unit with direct outdoor access will make a real difference to your stay.
Best Cities for Pets allowed Airbnb Rentals
These destinations have the highest concentration of Airbnb listings with pets allowed — use CustomBNB to filter by this amenity in any of them.
- 📍Austin, TX
- 📍Portland, OR
- 📍Asheville, NC
- 📍Boulder, CO
- 📍Bend, OR
Combine Pets allowed with Other Filters
Stack pets allowed with other amenities in CustomBNB to find properties that match your exact trip style.
Safe for pets, cosy for you
Search Airbnb for pets allowed + fireplace guards + pets allowed using CustomBNB's multi-filter feature.
Easy in-and-out with a car full of gear
Search Airbnb for pets allowed + driveway parking + pets allowed using CustomBNB's multi-filter feature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Airbnb have a Pets allowed filter?
Airbnb assigns an internal amenity code to Pets allowed (code 12), but it is not shown in their standard filter UI. The code exists in Airbnb's system and hosts use it to tag their listings — guests just can't access it through the normal search panel.
How do I search for an Airbnb with a Pets allowed?
The easiest way is to use CustomBNB. Visit custombnb.app, select Pets allowed from the filter list, and click "Search Airbnb." You'll land directly on Airbnb with the Pets allowed filter already applied.
Can I combine the Pets allowed filter with other amenities?
Yes — CustomBNB lets you stack multiple amenity filters simultaneously. You can combine Pets allowed with pool, sauna, beachfront, or any of 490+ other filters to generate a single Airbnb search URL showing only listings that match every amenity you selected.
Combine Pets allowed with Other Amenity Filters
One of CustomBNB's most useful features is multi-filter stacking. Select Pets allowed alongside any other amenity and CustomBNB builds a single Airbnb URL that returns only listings matching all of them.
Popular Pets allowed combinations
For romantic getaways
Pair Pets allowed with an indoor fireplace, hot tub, or private pool for a couples' retreat. Stack all three filters in CustomBNB to find listings that have every element you need — no scrolling through pages of results that almost match.
For group and family trips
Combine Pets allowed with a game room, pool, or BBQ grill for group bookings where everyone needs something to do. Multi-filter stacking means you find the right property in one search instead of compromising on what matters most.
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Find Airbnbs with Pets allowed in Popular Destinations
CustomBNB works for any destination Airbnb covers. Here are some of the most popular US cities where travellers search for pets allowed rentals. Use the search tool to apply Pets allowed as a filter and enter any of these locations on Airbnb.
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