Can I get a pet for my apartment?

Question

In my lease for my apartment it states no pets. I'm aware that I can't get a dog or anything like that, but does no pets stop me from getting a rabbit? If so, does that also mean that I can't even have a gold fish? What are the classifications, if any, for pets?

Answer 1

you will have to talk to your landlord about it. my lease states the same, but there are cats in the block. I think a rabbit, or rodent, or fish would be okay. I think it is more for the quietness and mess concerns. But look in to it for sure!

Answer 2

Pets most of the time are anything like dogs, cats, etc. But if I were you, I would just ask the landlord. I know you don't want them to say No and then be nosy to make sure you didn't, but a rabbit should be harmless if you keep it in a box or something where it can't mess on the floor, etc. I am a landlord and I dont' mind when our tenants ask.

Answer 3

No pets means no pets.
You'll be taking huge risks if you have one and the landlord finds out.

I've been a landlord and seen people try to hide rats, rabbits, snakes etc and claim them as NOT real pets.

You risk getting evicted, sued or have your deposit held back for any damages the landlord deems caused by the pet.

Your best bet is to always ask and have it in writing or in an email that you save.
(I believe the only exception is a seeing eye dog or for other medical reasons- but check with the local housing authorities)

Good luck to you

Answer 4

Most apartment bend that rule if you get a note from your doctor saying that it is in your best interest to have a pet. But if you cant get one I am afraid that you cant have any pets at all. You might be able to have fish but you will have to ask the manager of the apartments about this. Other than that you cant have any rabbits, cats, dogs, ferrets, or anything like that.

Answer 5

Let's analyze this, shall we? Your lease says "No pets." Hmmm....this could be construed as meaning just about anything. What if you have a pet rock? Rocks are not too messy and they don't bite. How about a cactus? A plant could be classified as a pet since it is a living thing dependent on you for it's survival. Lint? You could have a giant lint ball as a pet. It is similar to a rock as far as caring for it goes.

Here is my suggestion. Test your landlord by purchasing a walrus. If a walrus is acceptable in a lease that states "No pets.", than I think you could get a bunny. And then your walrus would have company when you are gone.

Like when you get evicted for breaking the terms and conditions of your lease that states, in the simplist terms possible, "No pets.".

Answer 6

A "no pets" clause would certainly include no rabbit. You could check with your landlord, but I'd be surprised if there would be an objection to your having a goldfish. A goldfish isn't exactly a pet though, more of a decoration - you're not going to build a relationship with a goldfish.

Answer 7

One way to beat the system and landlords do get upset is to for example get a service dog. For instance have a Physician or a Mental Health practitioner write a letter stating your need because of disability to have the pet. Usually works.

Answer 8

need to ask your landlord, most of the time "no pets" means exactly that. however, you may convince them that fish are OK, because they usually don't produce the smells and hair problems rabbits or other pets provide.

Answer 9

You should definately be asking your landlord these questions. I'm sure the rules are different for everyone. My apartment is 'no pets' also, but I did have a fish for a while and that was ok.

Answer 10

usually no pets, means NO pets. fish tanks can cause water damage, rabbits poop like crazy. try getting a few house plants for some "life" in your apartment.