If you keep a pet, you should rent out a unit that has a pet policy in the lease.  The landlord has the right to say no to pets if the lease policy says so.  Certain steps should be taken if a landlord allows tenants to keep their pets.  If it is part of the lease policy, the landlord should ensure that the tenant gives daily exercise to the dog.  The disposal of pet waste and damages done by the pet should also be included in the policy.  If tenants violate the pet policies, their lease can be terminated.

If the landlord gives permission to keep pets while having a “no pets” policy, his right to enforce the said policy at a later stage will be waived off especially if something goes wrong.

The landlord should make sure that the pets are treated well. If he sees the pets are being maltreated, he should talk to the pet owner.  If that doesn’t work, ask help from the local humane society.  The landlord has the right to terminate the lease if the tenant maltreats their pets or if the pets perform significant damage to the rented property that is way beyond normal wear and tear.