I have to admit and you won't like it that I got my cat and my pug when I was renting and was not allowed to have any pets. And my pug did poop and pee all over the place because he was only 4 months old, not housebroken. We lived like this for about 4 months and the bought our first place. I did not even feel bad about it because the place was ghetto-ish anyway. If it would be a nice place, with great neighbors and nice neighborhood, I probably would feel different about it.
I know your landlord hated you once he found out you had a pet. Did you get you full security deposit back? Even though there's plenty of responsible pet owners who keep a spotless home, those idiot renters that don't drive the policy. Tough nuts to you if you're a renter, it's just the way it is. However, w…. Also, since I would be […].
It would be more effective to not rent to irresponsible people. Pets don't destroy property. Thoughtless pet owners do. Of course it will be more effective to rent to responsible people. That's a given. If I have 2 responsible people and one has a pet. I'm picking the one without a pet. I've provided ample evidence for my decision. What are your reasons for allowing tenants to have pets in your properties?
While I'm of different opinion on this one, it's still good to remember the downside to pets in rentals. I think it really depends on the renters.
How they present and treat their own property can be an indicator of how a pet fits into the equation. I tend to agree that it depends on the owners, but as a landlord you never know how good a tenant is until they've been at your rental for a long time.
I rather just keep pets out, since they provide more issues than advantages for me. This is one of the most ridiculous lists I have ever come across. If a pet is making messes and being destructive it's not the animal at fault, but the owner, and you would most likely have problems with this person pet or no pet. As a dog owner I know the challenges of finding an apt.
My dog is cleaner and better behaved then most people and I don't think I should be covered with a blanket judgement just bc you don't like dog hair. In regards to health concerns for children check out the link above.
Hello fellow dog owner. No pets allowed. I find this pretty sad. Once you spend 6k on repairing a place with no recourse, you might feel otherwise. Again, this is from an owners perspective only. Dear Aubrey, It sounds like you have enough on your hands if your daughter is fatally ill. I hope she will experience true friendships with humans who would love her during her short time on earth. I love dogs and have had them or have had neighbors with them, but am overwhelmed by the sheer number of dogs in many cities and suburbs.
It appears lots of someones are making money selling puppies and dog food. Many owners do not have time to keep their pets company and do not socialize them well enough. Plus, how much poop can we keep walking over or discarding? Just today in east Arlington, VA, I saw a nice apartment building with many piles of feces of several sizes on the little strip of green around it. Not just disgusting, but disease carrying, too. It used to be that pets were a luxury since they cost quite a bit to raise properly, but now have become a required accessory or status symbol for too many humans.
There are many people who take more care of their pets than other folks, too, which is disturbing—even to the current Pope. No pets means no pets. You are not an exception because you believe you are special or above the rules or your pets are different. Seriously, think about what you would want in your home! Do not do unto others as you would not have them do unto you.
Or children. Pets, especially when very young or elderly, are generally incontinent, pee and often leave an ammoniacal smell which, even using different cleaning and enzymatic compounds, will still leave a residual, noticeable odor. They take as much work as children. I bought a house which turned out to have had a cat peeing in a corner of the wall-to-wall carpeting over the oak floors.
It had seeped into the padding and the floor. Other animals can smell it and pee in the same area to cover it with their odor.
The cat in my house probably smelled racoons outdoors, according to a carpet sales person. Learn to make human friends! The irony of it all…your tenants are most likely paying for your life style, and paying for your mortage…. Millions of pounds are having to put down animals because of landlord greed…. I rent out my late fathers house, I have a preference for pets over children, as children seem to do a lot more damage!
So thank you for contributing to the millions of pets who have to be put down each year, because of greedy landlords like you…. People should not have to pick between a home shelter is a human right and the companionship of an animals…. Third, my tenants do not pay for my lifestyle. My property my rules. This is yet another example of ignorant and anal landlords. Have you ever heard of a pet deposit? I am a single female and I own a small dog.
She is house trained and only barks when someone is near the door something I find to be a plus while living alone. There is recourse for tenants who owe money on damages for an apartment. It is called rental history and collections. As I am sure you have observed, people can be just as nasty as animals.
Thankyou… it is hypocritical I agree. If you rent to low income tenants perhaps that is the issue and not the pets. Do you walk around in a plastic bubble too? Most suburban and urban areas require that you clean up after your pet. No one is telling you to pick it up with your bare hands or walk through it.
Although sidewalks are a good option. If my properties where in a suburban area of Norther VA where I live, then my pet policies would adhere to the prospective tenant I would get. However, my experience as a landlord in this particular area has required me to enforce strict pet policies.
I appreciate your comment, nonetheless, but I doubt your opinion will make me change the way I do business in this area. Feel free to check out my other articles and share your opinion. Last, but not least..
I own a condo that I put my life savings into, and unfortunately had to move because I lost my job. How in gods name can you say that it is my responsibility to provide housing for someones pet? Like it or not, my house is my investment….. I find the sense of entitlement on this board irritating. What gives you the right to demand that landlords accommodate your pet? How dare you! You are not entitled to an ideal set of conditions in life, pet owner or not.
How dare you accuse landlords of being responsible for the deaths of animals. Your assertion is ignorant, baseless, fallacious, misguided, pathetic and downright stupid. And to the renters of the world, sorry, no pets. Its not personal to you or your animal. Look elsewhere, there are plenty of properties that are more than happy to accommodate you.
When you find an apartment and go over the lease with owner, this is when you can ask questions and clarify rules of the particular apartment. Quit destroying peoples property and signing a legal document that you intend on failing to comply with.
Once again, no one is forcing you to live in a specific place with specific rules, it is your choice, respect them or keep fishing. Totally has neglected all my rules and my property is now destroyed.
Once again, if you are looking for a place for pets or whatever, make sure you respect the owners specifications, its simple.
This is why I wrote the article about not allowing pets at my rentals. It has nothing to do with the dogs. Keep in […]. Being responsible is the key. Narrow minded landlords with little thought to potentially discuss and base their decision on the individuals case is my current overriding feeling on this.
Even after offering to pay a higher deposit and contract in professional cleaners at the end of the tenancy. Here in the UK 12 people are pet owners- what business automatically turns away that many people without good reason?! You are a despicable person. All you have done is run down people on assistance.
Many people cannot help their situation. I can only imagine how you look at these poor people when you are dealing with them. Who do you think you are? Only God can judge.. So you own property….. Do you thank God daily for for your blessings?
That you are not one of these poor people that have to be on government assistance. How sad for you. You seem to be such a lost unhappy soul with no love in your life. Leave them live in peace. We are landlords of our previous home in another state. We allowed our tenants to have dogs, and they destroyed our property. The sod grass we had installed was completely gone.
All that remained was dirt and huge holes dug everywhere. The inside had major scratches all over the doors and door jambs, and those had to be replaced. The custom blinds were mangled and had to be replaced. We have swept, mopped and deep cleaned the place three times, and we are still finding dog hair. Only then can you understand that no one should be able to walk into a Home Depot and know EXACTLY where everything is located unless you work there because we have had to go there every waking minute the last month.
Its costing us thousands of dollars, not to mention our time. Bottom line: If you want pets, own your own home. A reference check can also help you determine whether there has been trouble with their pets in the past. The Massachusetts Animal Coalition recommends meeting the pet along with the tenant in order to assess whether the applicant is a responsible pet owner.
Rather than simply limiting certain pets based on weight or breed, they suggest basing your decision on a case-by-case basis. While there are generally no right or wrong answers to this line of questioning, it can tell you if the owner is responsible and reasonable when it comes to their pet.
You should provide all tenants, including those without animals, with a copy of your pet policy. Bankrate points out that tenants are more motivated to prevent pet-related damage if the fee is refundable. Careful tenant screening of each applicant is your best bet at successfully handling pets on your property. Finding a good tenant is based on much more than whether or not they have a furry companion, and if they are responsible in other ways--such as managing their finances--pets may not pose a problem.
Landlords receive a renter credit report , rental criminal background check and eviction check to make informed, timely screening decisions. She focuses on topics that empower independent landlords through data, insights, and industry best practices that are typically reserved only for large property management companies. She is also involved in marketing and social media efforts centered on communicating the importance of tenant screening to independent landlords.
Pros to allowing pets in rental properties There are several positives to establishing a pet-friendly property: 1. Higher rent Market value determines the amount you can set your rent. Longer tenure The more a tenant considers an abode their home, the more likely they are to renew a lease. Larger pool of applicants Pet ownership in the United States is at an all-time high. In that case, you're dealing with service and emotional support animals that aren't considered pets.
There are numerous stories about pets destroying apartments, scratching the carpet, or attacking neighbors. Basically, pets can create damage to a property.
Most tenants would pay extra money just to live together with their four-legged friends. A strict no-pet policy can ban animals in the rental, but is it really worth it? Let's analyze a few pros and cons of renting to pet owners in order to view the whole picture. Are Pets Allowed In Rentals? More and more people are stating that they need animals i. Emotional support animals are animals that provide therapeutic benefits to their owner through affection and companionship. They are said to reduce stress, improve emotional wellness, and encourage development of a positive mindset.
Sounds great, right? But why don't landlords like the idea of their tenants having an emotional support animal? The main reason is that tenants sometimes misinterpret the regulation and bypass the no-pet policy.
An emotional support animal isn't considered a pet, so a landlord can't charge any fees or pet deposits. Landlords know that getting a medical prescription from a psychiatrist isn't hard. That's why they are suspicious about tenants' requests to allow an emotional support animal in the apartment as part of their treatment. A service animal is specially trained to perform a task a person with disabilities cannot.
Service animals are in most cases dogs.
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