Finding a home shouldn’t mean giving up your best friend. At Rent With Pets, we believe that pets are part of the family—and no one should be forced to choose between stable housing and the companionship of a beloved animal.
Originally launched by the Humane Society of the United States, Rent With Pets is a growing resource hub for renters, landlords, and housing advocates working to make pet-friendly housing the norm, not the exception. Our mission is to reduce one of the leading causes of pet surrender: restrictive housing policies.
Whether you’re a tenant navigating lease negotiations or a landlord curious about pet-inclusive strategies, we’re here to help.
On this site, you’ll find:
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Legal guidance and tenant rights information
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Sample lease agreements and pet policies
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Tips for responsible pet renting
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Advocacy tools to promote change in your community
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Downloadable handouts for tenants, landlords, and property managers
We believe that housing stability and animal welfare are deeply connected. A more compassionate rental system doesn’t just benefit pets—it builds stronger, more inclusive communities.
Landlords who say “yes” to pets see lower tenant turnover, stronger relationships, and happier residents. And renters who can keep their pets experience less stress, better mental health, and longer tenancies. Everyone wins.
Whether you’re looking for pet-friendly housing, advocating for change, or building policy in your complex, Rent With Pets is your go-to partner for creating housing that welcomes everyone, four legs and all.
Join the movement. Stay informed. Rent with pets.
Because a family with paws is still a family.
