I recently moved into an apartment with a fellow PTer (veegan ). It was definitely not easy finding a place that would not only allow our animals, but also have a good environment for our pets. Margaret (veegan) found the complex we decided to move into. It's incredibly perfect. There are so many other dog owners here, it's wonderful! We did have to pay a pet deposit and the complex is breed restrictive. However, we both know of a couple pit bulls (which are supposedly not allowed) that are living in the complex. So maybe they let them in after an interview and/or proof of obedience training or something. Both Ruby and Brock (our dogs) had to have an interview before they were allowed to come live in the complex.

I can understand why landlords would not want animals living in the building, they can cause a lot of damage. I just think the responsibility should be put on the owners of the pets. For example, Margaret and I had to sign a contract saying that if any permanent damage was caused to the apartment by our pets it will be OUR responsibility to fix/replace it. That seems more than fair to me. Although I highly doubt Ruby and Brock will cause any damage.