They are claiming I had caused the damage from pets.

Guy i work with charges pet rent instead of a pet deposit.Instead of charging 250 pet deposit when people move in, he usually charges i think like 35 a month per pet.

I have a $200 pet fee and $25/month of pet rent if the dog is 25-50 pounds.

Also, if you are renting to tenants with pets a fence keeps their dog from running loose and causing mayhem.

I've prepared income taxes, state sales taxes, business licenses, fictitious names, etc.When I was working one tax season for an EA in San Francisco years ago, one of my co-workers who was also a EA, told me about writing off pets as security in a home-based business I do believe that was a travel trailer to top things off.I'm talking about writing off dog food, etc.I assume security is a common write off for the right business set-up.

The service animal is considered “part” of the tenant, which is why you can charge extra, like a pet.

Tenants shouldn't have to pet sit for you.

Pet•Document Discrepancies such asSecurity Deposits on Lease but not on Rent RollLease Amount on Lease different than Rent Roll•Typically 1 or 2 on a 100 units will not match•A Pattern of Discrepancies triggers a Complete Lease Audit•Work OrdersReview Work Order Request Log•Common problems•Response time•Gather Additional Data when walking complex with Maintenance personal•Walk Each UnitTypically 3 -4 common unit layoutsLook for Reoccurring ProblemBring Unit by Unit Inspection NotebookVerify the standard Dial-in Number of $400 per doorProcess goes faster when you get use to the layouts and the Unit by Unit Inspection formGet into every unit•Quick Walk ThroughHave Property Manager opening units ahead of you.Enter Unit check the carpet and blinds as you go to KitchenKitchen check Appliances, Cabinets, C’tops, faucets, area under sink , & flooringWhile walking thru Living Room to the bathroom check ceilings, walls and windowsBathroom check Toilet, Vanity, Sink, Tub Flooring and the Condenser Unit above the tubCheck Hallways and Hot Water Tank on route to the BedroomsBedroom: scan walls, closet, ceiling, windows and flooring.

If they convince you that you and your family will be safe and at no risk, then don’t forget to at least ask them if any humans or pets have been killed by the poison gas they intend to use and if an antidote for the poison is available should you or a family member become ill anytime after the treatment.

On the lease, the addendum for pets said 1. the pet "deposit" is an increase to the security deposit withheld by landlord and then 2. it is a one time non refundable charge.The property is located in Dallas, TX