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Yes --70.92.xxx.xxx

I allow dogs under 20 pounds if the carpet is in OK shape after a couple of other tenants but is ready to be changed soon. It's all about the carpet and the size of dog. Make sure you see the dog on their phone or somehow. I had a couple come and tell me they had Pomeranians. They rejected the apt. as too small for them. Turns out they had pitts. --108.24.xx.xx

No dogs or cats --174.195.xxx.xx

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Only when prepaid 500bux a day, shorter answer is no, the lead in a big city is enough deterrent for anyone with 1/10 brain functioning. --76.188.xxx.xxx

Where in Missouri do you livem --172.58.xxx.xxx

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So it's the dog and the owner. I rented 2 other apartment out the same way in that property. I also have a cat property too. Cat has to be fixed and well trained. --47.155.xx.xxx

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Yes I do and I make a ton of money off them. I wish I could charge extra for children which can do more damage than dogs. I do draw the line at cats though,..I do not allow cats. --71.207.xxx.x

Yes. Not for people who work long hours, but I have residents on disability and retired who are home all the time. I don't allow puppies and do an in-home visit first. It generates a lot of extra revenue, and I've never had an issue with property damage. None of my rentals have carpets, and they're all SFH. --104.230.xxx.xx

not usually, right now I have one family with little dogs on vinyl flooring and i visit the house monthly. --172.58.xx.xxx

For a house porcelain flooring along with Schluter ditra membrane under tile. For apartment buildings no way as they go out then the dog or dogs starts to bark then noise complaint along some use the balcony then sweep over into yard. Carpet, hardwood is often completely ruined. --99.236.xxx.xxx

If the house has a fenced yard, and the people pass screening and the dog passes screening, and they pay the maximum deposit allowed by law, then yes. --68.229.xxx.xxx

BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx

I’m with Roy, dogs are okay but no cats. My insurance doesn’t allow certain breeds and I insist on meeting the dog. “Good” dog owners are great tenants realizing most places don’t allow them. I personally have two dogs and would do whatever is necessary to find a nice place to live with them. As a landlord, the extra pent rent each month is nice. Like Roy said, many dogs are far better tenants than kids are. --70.92.xx.xx

I don't allow dogs but a big commercial landlord who has property in MA and NH just paid out to a tenant $35k settlement because he wouldn't allow an ESA dog. --96.237.xx.xxx

When an existing tenant asks if you will allow a dog, what is your process? Do you have an email template you send out that explains the process and what breeds of dogs are allowed and charge her a non refundable application fee and pet rent? Can you share it with me? --24.107.xx.xx

If I had an existing tenant who was a slob, I would tell them no. No pets for people who don't keep a clean house. But I've never had that issue. Tenants rarely add pets and the few times they have wanted to add a pet they were great housekeepers with well maintianed and well trained dogs. --76.178.xxx.xxx

Lynn[MA] ESA's are not pets. we have beaten this dead horse here more times than even the issue of flooring. --75.80.xx.xx

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I have had very little dog damage to properties. Unlike kids who have done many thousands in damage. I can't keep the kids out in the same way I can keep unruly dogs out. --76.178.xxx.xxx

If I do allow an animal it's with a $350 pet fee and $40 a month. Only smaller dogs and I meet the dog. Just had a tenant sneak in 2 pit bull types. I backdated the pet fees and terminated the lease. Found out after she moved, that one of the dogs tried to attack a neighbor. I've heard that around 50% of tenants have pets. I don't rent to self-employed and only rent to folks that I can garnishee if needed. Some are good tenants with good pets and it's just another screening step and additional revenue (until they tear up the house) --172.102.xxx.xx

Late fees and pet fees and the best add on's you can have in a lease.My insurance does not allow certain breeds like pit bull,dobermans. Give the tenant what they hold dear and charge for it. --24.42.xxx.xxx

Most people have dogs so you limit the number of prospective tenants by not allowing dogs, but it is not worth the headache and lthe liability. --47.186.xxx.xxx

When first started our on our first rental we allowed a cat to reside there with a $200.00 PD. That car sprayed every window in the place and it litter box was in the master closet. It was a disaster. Then the next tenant had a fish tank will one of the kids took a Pepe gun it flooded place. NO MORE ANIMALS AT ANY OF OUR PROPERTIES! Never again. People are to irresponsible. Have’t had a problem renting any of our properties since then. We advertise NO ANIMALS! You would not believe how many people still call and ask if we except animals. We say NO! --68.97.xxx.xx

I have 11 single family small homes. If rent is going for $1,100 in the area, I advertise with the headline- "Wolf! Yes! You pet is family!" I then advertise the home for $1,250 including one pet. This covers people that have emotional pets, etc. where you cannot charge extra for this kind of service animal. I do a pre-qualifying interview over the phone. Only then do I send out an application. When I have 3 pre-qualified applicants within 18-24 hours, then I pull the ad and then decide which of the three pre-qualified candidates I am going to accept. Here is the section in my contract referring to animals (pets) 10. ANIMALS. Tenant shall be entitled to keep no more than (2) domestic animals. One approved animal is included in the lease (picture must be submitted with lease agreement). The second approved animal is $40 per month (picture must be submitted with lease agreement). Adding an Animal: Submit a contract adjustment in writing along with a photo of the animal. If approved, the above fee applies. A replacement animal will not incur extra fees. No temporary animals, animal sitting, or visiting animals allowed. Fine for violation: $20 per day, per animal, per occurrence, retroactive to the start of the lease. This has worked for me increasing my income by at least $1,200 a year per lease. So, $100 more income per property and allowing $50 a month for the pet damages that might occur.11 properties times $1,200 = equals real income value. Also, I use all industrial tile in most of my properties allowing for very little floor damage. I find most of my tenants use their own throw rugs. I hope this info helps you understand where the market is going with pets as an increase income source. --166.70.xxx.xxx

Yes, maybe...I have been told to avoid bully breeds, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Akita, etc as if they dog attacks bites, I could be named in the lawsuit and would need to defend myself. I do not agree, I own a Rottie, but with a rental, I will not allow. I charge an extra $500 security deposit, $25 additional rent and write in the lease the fact that you have a dog does not deter me from entering the unit for maintenance. --67.165.xxx.xxx

That the other thing. Insurance. My insurance has a very long list of breeds dogs on it list that will invalidate my coverage. If they had a Chihuahua it wouldn’t be a problem. But most of them have dogs listed on the insurance list. Like pits, German Shepard, etc big dogs that are the problem. So we cannot take the chance with our insurance. --68.97.xxx.xx

For an existing Tenant I would just say no. "No, you have to have the dog goin in" no puppy training at my house. If you want to allow then just screen as you would goin in. Do you want to allow this resident to have a pet at this property? --172.58.xxx.xx

Yes$$ I have a niche market placing Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, german shepherds, etc. I require the resident to provide proof of a renters insurance policy that covers their animal in case of attack. If they don't have insurance - sorry. I'm in a military town with 4 penitentiaries - these residents love aggressive breeds. 15 years - Never had a dog attack. They renew in a heartbeat knowing no one else will rent to them and their dog. I also tell all new apartment residents there are aggressive breeds pets in the community. If they make you uncomfortable simply keep your distance. I have yet to hear anyone say they were uncomfortable - it's the opposite. Most people completely support these dogs being allowed on the property. Many of the dogs are trained for police work on post so they are very well mannered. Actually had more aggressive behavior from small yorkies (yes, I own a small yorkie myself) than larger breeds. I put up a fido station and dedicated a dog play area. Pet rent is $25/mo. Pet Registration fee is $200 under $35 and $300 over. Non-refundable. Pet damages are not covered by the registration fee. Limit of 2 pets. Zero issues from large breeds. Almost every issue I've had has been with smaller breeds. No one hides their pets knowing there's no discrimination. --24.111.xxx.xx

I had to wait until my dogs were out of the room to answer. I am less and less accepting of dogs as time goes by due to significant dog damage in past and the fleas in my area resist everything. --216.23.xxx.xx

Her tears were real. Made me even more committed to following HUD's guidelines. --24.111.xxx.xx

Absolutely no pets of any kind! Never had a problem renting for more than 40 years. Before this rule we had birdseed growing out of one carpet, a fish tank leak, stinky carpets from cat and dog excretment, complaints about barking noise, I could go on and on. Oh, yes, pet snakes and lizards stink and get out of their enclosures. --23.84.xxx.xxx

Peggy, you are right. Too much damages are caused by pets. We have been doing this for years and had no problem with renting our properties without pets. --68.97.xxx.xx

That was good enough for them! --72.2.xxx.xx

Brad I would like to hear more about this 2-minute visit? --75.100.xx.xx

So far, so good! --209.132.xxx.xxx

I charge $100 per month for one dog only and must weigh 40 lbs. or less. Absolutely NO CATS!! --162.236.xx.xx

Thanks to everyone else's input. --73.120.xx.xxx

I am considering having any new applicants with a dog to provide proof of obedience training. My 2 dogs are Canine Goid Citizens and I see the difference training makes. --174.206.xx.xx

I endeavor to not have dogs. My complex has a neighbor with a #&*+$&* barking dog at all hours and for extended periods of time. My tenants do not need to have any additional barking dogs, especially in the building they live in. That is my primary reason for no dogs. Secondarily is the issue of access to the unit and the potential for damage. And then of course, there is the breed issue, which is a whole other potential problem. We list as no dogs. We do accept cats with pet registration fee and monthly pet rent. --76.179.xxx.xx

We do allow dogs, but our insurance company dictates what breeds are allowed. No Pits, Rotties, Dobies, German Shepherds, Malamutes...there are about 15 dogs on the "bad" list. But I love dogs and have, thus far, not had any serious problems with them. Most of our houses are wood laminate flooring, so that helps. We charge $25 per month, per dog. NO Cats allowed....they are destructive. --24.89.xx.x

We hand them the Pet Policy if they answer yes when asked "And do you have a pet?" This policy stipulates which dogs are not allowed because my insurance policy doesn't allow them, and we are sorry for the inconvenience. If there were no deposit to look forward to when they move out, they would have no incentive to keep our rental units in good condition! Then this person is usually very good tenant and stays longer.(Our) Female tenants seem to have the pet situation more than males. --174.69.xxx.xx

Robert J.....had to laugh......"must have a well trained cat"!! Cats are too independent and not interested in any rules! Ask me how I know!! Still can't get mine to meow on command!! --68.191.xx.xxx

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The real question should be, do you require and check up on renters insurance after they tell you they have a dog or cat --24.101.xxx.xxx

BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx

BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx

BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx

part of my niche mkt is allowing dogs (but none on the “list”) my houses have fenced back yards. so a mkt for renters who have pets but can’t find a rental that allows them. Also my houses are non smoking & I don’t rent to smokers. Many applicants like that my houses have not been smoked in. any sign of smoking is grounds for termination. sure my renters have friends who visit & smoke. but they have to smoke outside. my rents are at least $200 more per month than comps which do not allow dogs & pets. I do not charge a pet fee or extra pet deposit. deposits required cover anticipated pet damage. have yet to short a deposit return bc of pet damage. most renters will be very careful with their pets. --107.77.xxx.xxx