Said he will pay pet deposit, etc.

Then we can help each other with pets and plants while vacationing.

Does adding utilities or pet rent count as increasing the rent? 

I don't know if i'd do a puppy calendar in my property is pet-free

I have my leasing agents ask only 3-4 questions prior to the showing:Do you have pets?

An investor is looking at square footage, the homeowner is looking at the pet stains or disrepair.

We've had great luck in these areas as many people would like  1) cheaper rent obviously 2) a backyard 3) a pet, 4) off street parking.  

At bare minimum, it should list everyone who is an authorized occupant, how much is the rent, how often is it paid, who owns the appliances, what (if any) pets are allowed, and my favorite question: "Are there any other written or verbal agreements of any kind between you and the owner/land lord?"  

You would have better luck in Columbia heights,Park View and Pet worth.

@Julie Marquez, I struggle with this at times (see my recent post on Pet Insurance).