Animal question

[James Cheatham]

This is my first time trying to do land lording, If a prospective renter has a dog and it bites someone on or off the property, can the landlord be held liable? I understand this isn't professional legal advice and I would need an attorney to be 100% . Does anyone have thoughts or past experiences? Thanks guys.

[Nicole A.]

I personally require the pets be spayed/neutered. And if they're not, don't believe the promises that they will be soon. Dogs and cats can be fixed as soon as they're adoptable...waiting until they are a "year or two old" is BS. Also require proof of vaccination from the vet. If they are responsible, this is easy stuff to provide anyway. I suggest you meet the mutt and see his/her temperament for yourself...even if it's not a Pit.