Heartbroken over dogs that I cant bring with me when I move?

Question

In June, I had moved in with a friend of mine as the place that I was renting was sold and was going to be remodeled. I am now ready to move back and now my new landlord says that my two dogs (who are like children) cannot come with me. This is heartbreaking- I feel like I do not have many options on where to move as my credit isn't great. Any advice would be great.

Answer 1

Keep looking, there is a way if you try hard enough to find it.

I've had dogs for the past 30 years. Even though in the past I've had to struggle for homes, and my credit record was in shreds, I've NEVER given up one of my dogs. I've lived in my car. I've lived in an abandoned house. I've lived in a barn. I've lived in a 14 foot travel trailer. I've always made sure my dogs were cared for, sheltered and safe. You can too. If you want to.

Answer 2

If you have a lease that says you can have dogs, the new landlord can't override that. At least that would give you time to look for something else. Can't do anything about the credit issue, but if you've been paying your rent on time and can prove it, that'll go a long way with potential new landlords. I'd look for an apt. that is in a house rather than a complex, as a lot of times those people are more understanding about both dogs and credit problems. The one thing you can't do is dump your dogs. You took them for a life time, and it's not really their fault you haven't been able to keep up with your bills for whatever reason. Plus, you'll feel terrible about yourself if you do give them up. So keep working on finding a place where you can have them, get out there and really look, don't make the mistake of assuming you don't have options unless you've REALLY checked it out,and when you do find a place for all of you, you'll have good reason to feel proud and accomplished.

Answer 3

Go to the new landlord in good faith, and plead your case while offering an additional amount of $$ as security deposit to cover any damages they might cause. (Only you would know if they have previously or if they were good for the prior owner.) If they weren't a problem before, point out that there was not any "doggie" damage from them before and you're confident that your money will be refunded when you move.

Or you could offer to pay more rent each month in consideration of keeping the dogs, start with $25 a month extra.

Also mention to him how much you appreciate his help here, and that you are willing to let him inspect the property once every 30 or 60 days to make sure there's not any problems from the dogs.

Now look, if you own 2 rottweilers, no landlord on the planet would agree to this mediation dialog I just gave you. :) If they're small dogs, you've got a fighting chance.

Be fair, he's invested a lot of money into buying the house and fixing it up, look at it from his side, appreciate his position, and meet in the middle.

Good luck, Suz

Answer 4

If it were me, I would stay with the friend until you find a place that will let you have your dogs. Seems that the new landlord is offering a new lease so he certainly can't hold you to the old one. If you have credit problems that make it hard for you to rent a new place, look for a roommate to rent with you- but make sure they are ok with the dogs.

Answer 5

I too have a dog who is my child and I have found that money talks with land lords offer a 300 non refundable pet deposet.Iv never been turned down by a land lord yet with this move.Its costly ya but hes worth it and after my land lord say how ell behaved tater is she gave me half back after 6 months and I didnt even have to ask.Just prove you are a responcable pet owner.I was the only person in my bilding to be allowed a dog and the only one ever sence.If she wont allow you to have your dog with a 300 doller deposet find anouther place.Dogs are life long companyons and shuldnt be removed from their familys this causes that dog to have behavor issues and emoshion trumma.

Answer 6

The only thing I can suggest, short of begging the new landlord, is to try to find a new place or see if you can find a family member or friend willing to take in your dog until you can relocate. That's tough and I really feel for you.

G'luck

Answer 7

If you really love your dogs like children, you'll find somewhere else to live. It might not be as nice a place, but if you really care about the dogs, it will be worth it.

That said, this is why more people need to be more thoughtful when having pets. If your situation is not stable enough, it is bad for the dogs. Being that they don't get to make their own decisions, it really is not fair. Unless you can find someone you KNOW will take care of them, you are hurting them by not making the sacrifice for them. It's tough, I know, but think about them. You are responsible for what happens to them.

Good luck!

Answer 8

Find a new place. There is always another option but you may have to dig for it. You may also want to speak with your landlord about the possibility of a pet deposit.

Answer 9

keep looking check out some of the local farmers, mayhaps they have an answer for you, also don't give up if your dogs have been with you since pups they are your family, also check with some other places that allow animals it may cost you a little more but having the family together is worth it isn't , and good-luck let me know how it goes for you.

Answer 10

There is no way that I could move somewhere that doesn't allow pets. I could not part with them. You have to look around and find someplace that will accept your whole "family". Try discussing it further with your landlord. Try offering a pet deposit that would cover any damages.