{"id":10603,"date":"2019-03-01T10:19:57","date_gmt":"2019-03-01T18:19:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=10603"},"modified":"2025-12-04T16:07:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T00:07:56","slug":"pet-breeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/pet-breeds\/","title":{"rendered":"What Every Landlord Should Know About Pet Breeds"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Well-kept pet-friendly rentals are coveted by many renters and harder to come by than most would like. And while you may already know the vast benefits to having a pet-friendly rental policy<\/a>, there are more nuanced decisions landlords and managers must make beyond simply allowing or disallowing pets in your rental units.<\/span><\/p>\n

Breed restrictions are common–even among the most pet-centric rental properties. The reasons behind the implementation of a breed-restriction policy can vary, but as a landlord or manager, it is important to look at all sides of the coin to ensure that you are making the best choice for your tenants\u2019 safety, and your property\u2019s profitability and upkeep.<\/span><\/p>\n

With this in mind, what does a landlord need to know about pet breeds?<\/span><\/p>\n

The Argument Surrounding Pet Breed Restriction<\/span><\/h3>\n

While there is certainly an argument in favor of allowing your tenants the opportunity to house a pet, some pet-friendly housing will offer certain criteria about allowed breeds or pet sizes. It should be noted that animal advocacy groups argue that a pets\u2019 overall upbringing and environment is a much more significant indicator of aggression or property damage than the breed. However, landlords may still wish to implement breed limitations. There are various reasons why a landlord may want to restrict certain breeds. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few:<\/span><\/p>\n