[leijggeds]

Why wouldn't you make sure first? I'm sure you know not many people allow pit bulls, if you truly cared about the breed and your dog you'd think you'd make a little effort and find out whether you can have one, instead of putting this dog in a shitty situation, I hope you keep your dog but if you can't at the very least you can find your dog a suitable home, a reputable rescue,or even putting it to sleep would be better than dumping it in a shelter.

When i was a euth tech at a shelter i heard this excuse all the time when dropping pit bulls off and i can tell you 90% didn't find homes and were put down, rather have my dog killed with someone he knows rather than a total stranger

This is true, unfortunately. Pitbulls are "un-adoptable" to the majority of people. People need to understand that adopting a Pit is a commitment. They very seldom get second chances when their owners abandon them.

[realfan87]

This could be a legal mess. If the landlord did allow pets in writing and did not specifically say no Pit Bulls, then there isn't much the landlord can do to evict you. However, you are also dealing with a condo association. And their rules also apply. If the association specifically bans Pit Bulls from their complex then it comes down to your lease vs their association rules. And at best you could buy yourself and your pup some time by fighting it out in court with the help of an attorney.

Personally, I'd just move and make sure my dog is allowed in the new rental and that I have it in writing. Try looking at houses owned by private landlords and be sure to check the city ordinances for a breed ban or breed restrictions.

[clapsoewmred]

First start looking for another place. Second look at the renting laws in your area. As a landlord this is very hard for me to say but you may have a while before you have to move. In some areas renters can basically barricade themselves in apartments: this could at least buy you some time

[pokerbonuscod]

I won't address whether you have any rights or should fight this situation. I'll just tell you what I would do. Since you are renting from a person rather than a complex I would talk to him. Find out if he objects to your dog because of something in the condo owners association rules or if he just assumes that you dog is a vicious pitbull.

I can't tell from the pics, but do you know that your pup is a pitbull or is she some sort of mix. If it's a mix tell your landlord that it isn't a pit bull but a mixture of many things - if that is what she is. Our dog looks like all the APBT's that I see on here, but since she was a stray and is mixed, according to her vet and her license she is a terrier mix. Not that it matters, but if she is a mix, discuss that with your landlord as well.

Has he seen the pup, introduce them if he hasn't. And if he is strictly worried about liability or damage done by the dog, see if you can make a deposit against damage and purchase insurance, if possible, to cover any liability issues.

These are some things I would try to work out, if you want to stay in your place. It can't hurt to try. If all else fails, look for something else.

[Elisabetxxx]

momtosadie, that is wonderful advice. There no harm in just asking. The worst thing the landlord will say is "No".
To the OP- my dog is also a "terrier mix" at the vet and regarding the city. Have you brought this pup to the vet yet? Maybe the vet can "determine" the breed for you. If you don't know where the dog came from you can not be 100% sure on the breed. This way you are not being deceptive (something you must avoid).
I am of the opinion that once you commit to a dog you keep it for life. You make it work. Unless, it is at the expense of children of coarse.

Please update us on the situation. Best of luck

[secondmortgagek]

When I found a place (2 weeks ago) that i would really like to move in to--we are considering selling our home and downsizing, my FIRST thought was the rules for animals. After talking to them they said as long as you pay a pet deposit, the breed does not matter, i asked them to put it in writing (as i looked at the contract and it is not stated) they refused. WONT be moving there! Trina in our first priority. I would also have to consider if they property was bought out by another company, they could change the breed ban rules, which i wont take that chance. So we are most likely going to stay where we are...GRRRRRR oh well, its worth it to keep my baby.

[SzefciuCba]

What does your lease say? Did you OK the dog through management before you got it?

If your lease has restrictions there isn't a lot you can do (especially if you got the dog knowing that they don't allow certain breeds). If, however, there are no restrictions in your lease as to what type of dog you can have AND the management allows dogs of this size, you can try and fight it. Most of the time it isn't the apartment management that is the problem it is the insurance companies that they buy liability insurance from. If this is the case you can see if they will allow you to purchase insurance yourself to cover any damage the dog could do.

Otherwise, I'd be looking for another place to live.

[ambiddetcat]

What does your lease say? Did you OK the dog through management before you got it?

If your lease has restrictions there isn't a lot you can do (especially if you got the dog knowing that they don't allow certain breeds). If, however, there are no restrictions in your lease as to what type of dog you can have AND the management allows dogs of this size, you can try and fight it. Most of the time it isn't the apartment management that is the problem it is the insurance companies that they buy liability insurance from. If this is the case you can see if they will allow you to purchase insurance yourself to cover any damage the dog could do.

Otherwise, I'd be looking for another place to live.

This ^^^

As long as they approved the specific dog you have when you signed your pet addendum and you paid your pet fees then there is really nothing they can do until the end of your current lease because they are violating the lease agreement. If that is the case, you may want to consider hiring an attorney. However if they didn't approve the dog in question or didn't know about the dog, then there is nothing you can do to fight it. Regardless though you may want to start looking for a new place to live and better yet, maybe if possible some place to buy instead of rent. This is a very hard breed to rent with. If you continue to rent, you may want to look into renting a place from a private landlord instead of an apartment complex.

This^^^

It doesn't matter what they TOLD you it matters what is WRITTEN. Landlord can tell you you can have dogs 'till he's blue in the face and then deny it later and evict you for it. Always get everything in writing.

and This^^^.... Like stated, it doesn't matter what he "said", it matters what is written. Most places have weight/size limits, and a lot are breed specific. You need to get your rental agreement out and read over it. Did he meet your dog before you moved in, or did you tell him you had a "little" dog or mutt, and he found out different? Just curious. I would start looking for another place to move to though, just to be on the safe side. Best of luck!

[scewDeasp]

One thing to keep in mind - we're talking about an 8wk old puppy (if this is the same dog from other posts by the OP) so temp tests and CGC won't apply right now.

[Kuncher]

Yeah, if you knew anything about condos you would know they have an association which states the requirements to live there. Every condo has a list of breeds or dog sizes disallowed.

[MADwanker]

you sir have to calm down, the owner of the condo didnt tell me anything about having a pet. He said i can have dogs. nothing in specific. Its a condo privately owned from the person im renting off.

Yeah, if you knew anything about condos you would know they have an association which states the requirements to live there. Every condo has a list of breeds or dog sizes disallowed.

Did you read your lease and condo association agreement?

I stand by my original post.

[ManituIKOL]

Poor dog. If you knew they were not allowed, why did you get it in the first place. I suggest you move!

[Kinds Of Pain Meds]

What does your rental agreement say concerning pets ??

[jq0AFTTC]

another dog falls victim to an irresponsible owner.

[Adimondin]

Did you read your lease agreement?

[Erunsenef]

Do you realize how many puppies come through here that their owners got one and didn't bother to look at their fucking lease? SERIOUSLY!??!!?!?

Do people like me a favor, who shell out our own money and time to fix your problems, and MOVE.

You can't "fight it". You have no "rights" in this situation.

[jobsfancy]

What they should have done was kicked YOU out of the complex! Its unfortunate that your dog has to pay for your immature actions!

you sir have to calm down, the owner of the condo didnt tell me anything about having a pet. He said i can have dogs. nothing in specific. Its a condo privately owned from the person im renting off.

[cakaeroryrere]

Whoa whoa calm down, the owner im renting to did not tell me anything about not having a pitbull. The last thing i would want is to give away my puppy. This place is a condo, the owner of the apartment didnt tell me anything about it.

[NerbuitW]

What does your lease say? Did you OK the dog through management before you got it?

If your lease has restrictions there isn't a lot you can do (especially if you got the dog knowing that they don't allow certain breeds). If, however, there are no restrictions in your lease as to what type of dog you can have AND the management allows dogs of this size, you can try and fight it. Most of the time it isn't the apartment management that is the problem it is the insurance companies that they buy liability insurance from. If this is the case you can see if they will allow you to purchase insurance yourself to cover any damage the dog could do.

Otherwise, I'd be looking for another place to live.

I agree, great post.

[greekbeast]

What a sad situation for the dog... I will just hope you get to keep your dog and a leason will be learned about renting with dogs.