This kitchen is a battle you can choose to confront or sidestep but don't blow money trying to do half a job and get no return.  

Pets, both cats and dogs leave their marks, smell and scratches!!!!  

You will have an extremely tough time getting rid of the marijuana smell if and when she leaves.

This battle gonna be bigger than Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul ya'll.

I have a clause that authorizes me to contact that person in case of "death, incapacitation, or incarceration" and work with that individual to coordinate removal of belongings, payment of rent, or even a refund of deposit.When someone dies alone, there is always a police investigation to ensure no foul play.

He found out the carpet smelled so badly with the dog pee and wood floor was also damaged by the dogs after they moved out. 

I feel your pain; I have also had to battle (at times) with my wife to hold on to my long term rentals!

Not to say it can't be done, but it will be a uphill battle. 

Would the house still smell from the cats even if there is no carpet???

The lake in Lake Havasu City is beautiful when it is clean, and the city is working on that (darn houseboats dumping in the lake), but be prepared for a funky fishy smell when you drive into town on a hot day.