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Companion animal

A broad everyday term for an animal kept for companionship. It does not by itself determine whether an animal qualifies for a housing accommodation.

On a porch, a landlord and a tenant talk while a dog sits between them, a leash and a water bowl on the boards
  1. A pet that lives with the tenant
  2. Set pet rules in the lease
  3. The tenant cares for the pet

Where it matters

Ask which process applies to the actual request. Avoid deciding accommodation status from a label alone.

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