They do not get to come pound on your door at 2 am because they've been thinking about adding a dog to their lease. 

Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but you didn't ask for theirs so they can pound salt.I would not renew the lease on this one. 

The utility in my case politely told me to pound sand when I asked if they'd work with me on the $300. 

On the first day they moved in there was something minor that needed repair, so I go over there to take care of it and I'm greeted by a 80-90 pound german shepherd who was not at all welcoming.

I caught a 20 pound snapping turtle yesterday. 

And nice work on 'pounding the pavement" to find a deal. 

You probably need a minimum trip charge followed by a price per pound or something similar.

Don't be a penny wise and a pound foolish.

I am looking to do this without an agent because I want to make the offer more attractive for him not pay unwanted fees.

'Shred it' days/locationsPutting these in a simple sheet outlined "each third Thursday of the month between the hours of blank and blank' at xyz location you can take these items here and drop off for free" - this can keep a stockpile of unwanted goods/items from accumulating - which in the long run can prevent pests and other billsAnother thing to do is include some freebies or discounts - most of the time, everyone likes free stuff!