There is more demand for pet-friendly housing than there is supply, and many animals are getting euthanized (because of people with the above mentality) as a result.  

But, the letter should say that the patient requires a companion animal to ease their mental illness, or anxiety - or something to that effect.The whole reason for a reasonable accommodation, is to allow the disabled individual to be able to enjoy the unit, in spite of their disability.  

Maybe is theraputical and their ailing child relies on it as a mental salve?

That is California mentality.

My brother, David, just passed away July 2, 2016 and was intellectually disabled but lived on his own in an apartment with other mentally handicapped adults across town.

My grandparents are just physically and mentally unable to deal.

Hoarding is a mental health issue that can quickly become a safety issue.

.), you wouldn't have to deal with fees or reviews - or the entitled techie mentality :-)

Understanding the mentality of others can be challenging indeed! 

Try to come up with a mental image of a successful top level management person, and then emulate that person when you do business with your tenants and anyone you hire.