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Landlords, we've compiled 5 things that you should know when considering pet friendly rentals. Statistically, tenants with pets tend to stay in properties for longer term, so allowing your tenants to home their furry friends within your property will only increase the longevity of your tenancy. Let's face it, as a landlord your financial considerations are gonna be up there with a priority, so it's important to remember that when accepting a pet, while she can't increase the deposit, you can look for a small adjustment in the rent to allow for fair wear and tear. If your tenant has requested a pet from you, we do recommend that you investigate all aspects of that. Before you say no now, some tenants will request things like an emotional support animal, which currently isn't a protected characteristic here in England, but it is something that can increase your tenant's mental health and overall well-being, which overall creates a happy, harmonious tenancy. If you're unsure about renting your property to a tenant with a pet, ask a few questions to understand the size, breed and behaviour of that pair before you make a decision to say yes or no. That way you can make the right judgment call if it's the right pet for your property. And the last reason landlords should consider allowing pets in their properties is because they're so cute.