If you own a pet and are looking for affordable rental housing you will always face a difficult problem finding quality housing at a reasonable price. To keep their pets many owners have been forced to pay higher rent or live in unsuitable housing. Even worse, many people cannot find a home for themselves and their pets in time, and are forced to surrender their animals to animal shelters. Most landlords are reasonable people, however, and perhaps you just need to overcome their objections. Start by sharing the information that pets are good for business, since about a third of all tenants either have them, or will get them anyway.
Landlords know that.
Many tenants tell them that they do not have a pet, then after they move in one will show up. Explaining that you will always be up front about everything will certainly get their attention and should allow you to make your case. Then sell yourself and your pet. The following suggestions, based on those offered by a pet owners group in British Columbia, Canada may offer some help. Tips for Responsible Pet Owners Seeking Rental Housing Show that you are a responsible pet owner by having proof of licensing, neutering, necessary vaccinations, obedience school or anything else that helps make your case.