anybody know how to get a cat when ur rents won't let u?

Question

i really want a cat.

Answer 1

Talk to your present landlord and see if he'll agree to letting you have one if you pay a pet deposit to cover any damage that may occur. Just don't get one until it's approved. If you got told to get rid of the cat and you couldn't afford to move, you'll be heart broken. Good Luck, I hoe you can get a kitty soon

Answer 2

For those of you who are not familiar with online slang "rents" usually refers to parents, and "landlord" usually refers to landlord.... but then again, I haven't been in a chatroom for a while.

If this is the case, and I am simply too lazy to go to urban dictionary to find out, here is what I suggest.

You can't hide a cat from your parents, or your landlord really. Getting a cat under either of these circumstances, especially the latter, is, in my opinion, unfair for kitty, parents and/or landlord. In some cases, owners actually have insurance policies which do not permit animals, and in this case the owner will have no choice but to evict you or kitty in fear of loosing their policy.

Now, kitty needs a new home, which might mean the pound in the worst case scenario, or a rough adjustment to a new home.

Everyone else has covered what to do about landlords, so I will not repeat everything already said in an attempt to feel published.

If you are talking about parents, find out why they do not want you to have a cat. It might be a perfectly good reason. There are also many things about owning a cat you might not have thought of. We recently got our first kitten of our own, and having a family cat or playing with a friend's kitty is a very different experience. Who's going to litter train the cat? Who's going to clean the litter box? You? OK, that's fine, but is this really realistic? How clean is your bedroom? Chances are, your parents may fear that they will bear all the responsibility while you enjoy the fun of owning a cat.

Ok, so you're responsible, a lot of teens are. What happens when your cat gets sick, who will pay the vet fees? A previous cat my wife had once got sick, and the bill was over $200. Who will be responsible for buying cat food and litter every month? Who will pay for shots and spay/neutering. Who will buy the cat toys? Bowls and other supplies? When we got Velcro Kitty, we spent about $150 and the kitty was only ten bucks. No matter how much you think it's going to cost, it'll cost significantly more.

Ok, you have a job and extra cash. Kittens and new cats are also very insecure for the first few months. Who will pay attention to kitty while you're at school? You're parents might be thinking they will. Who will take care of the cat when you go to college, if you have time for kitty now - trust me, you won't then. And as a side note, don't live off campus until you're second year (financial disaster!!) and this will significantly lessen your chances of finding an apartment as most college towns have severe apartment shortages.

Back to on teh subject of apartments and college life, when I was in college I relocated every semester. In practice this isn't uncommon, and every time you move you'll need to find an apartment which takes cats. Chances are, kitty will find it's home with mom and dad, a responsibility they didn't agree to.

I don't want to be such a downer, and maybe with negotiation you'll be able to get your kitty of your dreams. However, there is a LOT of stuff to think about when you get a cat, stuff we didn't even consider. Having a cat is certainly rewarding, but I know how busy lives teens today lead. Unfortunately, your parents might feel that your cat will become their responsibility - and I hate to say it, this is probobly true.

I have assumed you are a teenager/youth. If you aren't, maybe you should consider getting your own place.

Answer 3

Check with your Landlord & Tenants branch of government

In Ontario Canada, by law they CANNOT legally uphold a lease that says "no pets". The way they "can" get around that is showing the a person who CURRENTLY lives in the apartment building is allergic to the animal. (not doesnt like, is allergic to) They cannot even say the next person after you MAY be allergic.

Do not get an animal without knowing it may be an uphill battle even if the same is true where you are. Far easier to find a pet friendly apartment. (Some humane societies/shelters keep lists of pet friendly places)

Answer 4

Well, let's see...Your landlord says no...what does your lease say? If the lease doesn't say you can't have one, then you might have a leg to stand on if you get one and he/she tries to throw you out. However, if the lease says no pets, then in most states you can be evicted and possibly even sued for damages.

I would find a place that specified that I can keep my pets. I own my home now, so no one says no but me!

Answer 5

find a pet friendly apartment...you might end up paying $35 extra dollars on your rent because you have a cat...I think that's how much my sister paid to have her tiny dog each month

Answer 6

why on earth would you want to get a pet if your landlord does not aprove, ypu can get evicted...and your pet can up in the pound not a really nice place for animals to end up in...specially for irresponsible people like your self.....think about it

Answer 7

Move out from under their roof...or just go ahead and get one( but dont get too attached at they will be mad and probably make you take it back!)

Answer 8

that's easy your not allowed to have one so move

Answer 9

just get one then