My husband and I need to write a letter to our apartment building so we can be granted permission to have a cat. I want to include the fact that this is not a kitten, and has been already neutered, litter box trained and scratch post trained.
What other things should I include so that this can get approved ASAP??
2006-11-16 09:10:51 · 9 answers · asked by n_dymphna 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
I think that you should provide records from your vet proving that the cat is adult, healthy and not flea-infested, litter-trained, neutered, micro-chipped (if it is), and anything else that the vet can state from his/her examination of the animal. In addition, many apartments like to have a picture of their residents' approved pets for their records. You might also state your intentions as to care for the pet should you have to be away for a time, such as a pet-sitter.
2006-11-16 10:33:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
first of all i think that the deposit for pets is ridicules, I mean when we move in children should we put down a deposit as well? kids through up, poop on the carpet and draw on walls how are they any different then pets? besides our pets are our family members just like the kids. The deposits that the apartment complexes ask for for pets is a rip off and they know it. Now if you can come in person to the main office and ask for the manager on duty and sit down in their office (showing the vets paper work to him/ her) your chances of acceptance are much higher. People are more willing to bend the rule when they are in private. Ask for the manager bc then they wont get to use the excuse "I have to ask my manager"
2006-11-16 14:23:33 · answer #2 · answered by cat 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the offer of a "damage" deposit would be reassuring, also that the cat would be an indoor cat.
Many landlords require that cats be declawed. I would never do that and I wonder if landlords would know if that had been done or not or if they would ever bother to check. I would just lie about it and be prepared to cover any damage to carpet the cat might do.
2006-11-16 09:34:19 · answer #3 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get a letter from your Dr. saying that you need a "companion animal" and the apartment will have to accept under the "reasonable accomodation" clause.
2006-11-16 13:06:59 · answer #4 · answered by sweetserenity651 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have most of the bases covered .. .maybe add that it has all its shots and is seen by a vet yearly.
The other issue is to know your audience . . who is the approval authority? Do they typically approve these requests? Can you look at past requests to see which were approved and which were disapproved and see why? Is there anything in your lease that allows or prohibits pets?
Good luck . .cats are the best!
2006-11-16 09:14:01 · answer #5 · answered by a_blue_grey_mist 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Tell them you will keep the cat inside where it belongs! And then do it! You may be required to put up a pet deposit or pay extra on your rent!
2006-11-16 09:13:33 · answer #6 · answered by wish I were 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Tell them that you will gladly give a $150 security deposit for having a cat.
Just a suggestion.
:)
2006-11-16 09:13:21 · answer #7 · answered by Boodie 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tell them he is an excellent mouser!
2006-11-16 10:00:11 · answer #8 · answered by Alleycat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it will help to get vet. records to show he is fixed and vaccinated!! this will make them more at ease the it will not have or make babies and will not carry diseases!!
2006-11-16 09:15:40 · answer #9 · answered by rblankenship_rblankenship 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋