Long term investment.  

Run the numbers you may do better long term or renting as a whole unit.

Stay with properties at or below median value within 1/2 mile maximum of the subject property.  

Memphis has a steady, growing economy, and there’s always demand for rentals, which makes it a great long-term bet.

For your first guests, go the extra mile—leave a welcome note, provide thoughtful amenities, and ensure the place is spotless.After their stay, send a friendly message like, “Thanks for staying!

They are coming to your property if you allow them or not (you cannot forbid service animals) Consider the facts: https://www.dogster.com/statistics/pet-travel-statistics-tre....Top 12 Pet Travel Statistics78% of American pet owners travel with their pets each year.54% of cat and dog owners plan to travel with their pet.58% of people would prefer to travel with their pet over a friend or family member.52% of travelers base their travel plans on accommodating pets.About 75% of luxury, mid-scale, and economy hotels allow pets.In 2019, a total of 404,556 animals were transported by airline.Nearly 64% of travelers prefer to travel with pets by car.42.9% of people look for a destination with hiking and fresh air for pet travel.Dogs make up 58% of the pets traveling around the world.37% of owners take shorter vacations because of their pets.10% of travelers have hidden their dogs to travel.27% of dog owners go the extra mile for their pets.

Once you do this conversion you can't change it back to a traditional long-term rental. 

I have read the book on long distance investing and still am not too confident to get started.

It is long and wide and in a windsor knot.  

I'll usually eat $100 - $200 worth of touch-up cleaning for a long-term tenant.