Pet Screening Checklist for Landlords
Recommended by the American Humane Society
The following questions will assist you in screening a prospective tenant and their pet. You should also actually see the pet before you rent, especially dogs. A well-groomed, well behaved pet is one of the best signs of a responsible pet owner.
Screening questions for all pets
- What type of pet do you have? _______
- How long have you owned your pet? _______
- Can you provide a letter from your veterinarian confirming that each pet is in good health and up-to-date on vaccinations? ______
- Can you provide a written reference for your pet from your current landlord? ______
- Has there been any damage or complaints about your pet at your current address? ______
- Does your pet have any medical or behavioral problems? If so, what treatment or training are you using? _____________________________________
- Do you agree to a lease contingent on your pet's behavior? _______
- Who will care for your pet when you are on vacation or during a medical emergency? _____________________________________________
- Do you agree to pay a pet security deposit of $ __________
- Do you agree to additional rent of $ _________
For Cat Owners
- Has your cat been spayed or neutered? ______
- Do you keep your cat indoors? ______
- Does your cat use the litter box that you provide? ______
- Does your cat wear an identification tag and license tag? ______
- Is your cat registered with the local animal care and control authority? ______
- How often do you treat your cat for fleas and ticks? ____________
For Dog Owners
- Have you and your dog completed a dog training class? ______
- Has your dog been spayed or neutered? ______
- Is your dog licensed and wearing an identification tag? ______
- Do you keep your dog on a leash when you go for walks? ______
- Do you always make a point of immediately cleaning up after your dog? ______
- Is your dog housetrained? ______
- How much time does your dog spend alone each day? ____________
- How often do you treat your dog for fleas and ticks? ____________
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