Potential tenant with rabbit

[Eric OConnell]

Hi all,

We have just posted our first rental property for rent and a potential tenant asked if we would allow her pet rabbit she claims is always caged. We originally posted with “no pets”.

With the pandemic and rents down already our concern is if we pass and don’t get another tenant quickly we will be stuck carrying the mortgage for an extended period.

Does anyone have experience with tenants with rabbits? She is otherwise an ideal tenant.

Thanks!

[Clint Shelley]

I used to have a pet rabbit that stayed outside. They are pretty clean animals, but she's going to have it out to hold and pet it. The only thing I would worry about is they like to chew to keep their teeth sharp. If she doesn't supervise it, you'll be needing new trim and corner moulding when she leaves. If you allow her, I would inspect early and often at the start. I'd allow a rabbit over a dog or cat (my opinion). Good luck.

Clint