Tips for Renting with Pets in San Diego

Ascent Property Management • Dec 08, 2021

Be Honest

Honestly is always the best policy. When you sign your lease, you are agreeing to a set of rules, such as items your landlord is responsible for as well as yourself. You don’t want to jeopardize your relationship with your landlord by lying about how many furry friends you have.


The last thing you want is for your new neighbors to complain to your landlord about your dog barking, only for you to be in violation of your agreement.


If you want to go that extra step, gather references from past landlords that can attest to your pet’s good behavior.


Make Sure It’s a Fit for Your Pet

Your new rental should also be a good fit for your pet. If you have a puppy, make sure you consider the full-size growth of your dog if you intend on being a long-term tenant. If there are stairs and you have an older dog, an apartment building with an elevator might be a better choice for you.


You’ll also want to consider the walking environment of the neighborhood. Are you comfortable walking your pet at night? Is the area too high traffic for walking during the hours that fit your schedule? If you aren’t sure, drive around your potential new area and see if it’s a fit.


Introduce Them to Your Neighbors

Introducing your pets to your neighbors can be helpful for many reasons. Many adults and kids alike fear dogs. If your pet is friendly, comfortably introducing them to your neighbors can help them feel more at ease. And if your pet happens to escape, they’ll know to call the right owner!


Check Your Lease

Remember – at the end of the day, the tip for renting with pets in San Diego we can give to check with your lease. Your lease should have all the needed details such as how many pets you can have, and often will even breakdown the maximum size pet you can have by pound.


If your landlord does agree to allow you to have a pet, but the lease states “no pets”, ask for it to be corrected or for an addendum to be added. Always get changes to your lease in writing to help protect yourself from future claims.


Ascent Property Management

Looking for a new spot to rent? You can check our available vacancies here on our site. If you need more tips, or help with managing your rental property, you can reach us at 760-994-5037 or info@ascentpropertymanagement.com.


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