It's as simple as opening up their rentals for pets which makes the travel nurses lives way easier. 

=========If they are seeing these guys (pic below), they are not rats, they are possums.They sleep in the trees and will go under houses to eat their favorite food--cockroaches (or cat food if they can find it).They roll up in a ball and play dead sometimes...but have sharp teeth, and are not a pet--just a part of San Antonio wildlife like a squirrel or the birds.The cats leave them alone and will share food with them.I've not known of any who burrowed into a house like a rat to get food--they eat bugs..Good Luck!

We need to to warn our guests about these things and *hope* they heed the warning and protect their loved ones.By the way, (although a different pet topic) speaking of pets:To everyone reading that owns or is considering owning a STR that either does not allow pets, or charges for pets, make sure you research (Not ask for free advice) or consult with an attorney about "pets" VS "ESA"'s (emotional support animals) VS "SA"'s (service animals).

For example if there is no parking available; shared utilities; no AC; third floor walkup; no smoking; no pets; separate assistance animal policy for non-pets; etc.

Dead bodies, pet rattlesnakes that have escaped, prostitutes, affairs among married tenants, overdoses, walking in a place and finding an intruder, the list goes on. 

It is great for families and pets.

I have no pet policy, but she had the $500 deposit for pet along with $1000 deposit.

Try getting pet agreement This document not only lists the pet’s information (Name, weight, age, etc.) but also clarifies the rules and regulations for the pet.

Some may require pet- or plant-sitting, and light household maintenance as well.Homeowners, you may already have an asset that you can use to extend your household budget.

As you are going to eventually replace the door, did you for now want to add a pet door (at the tenant's expense)?