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Renting with Pets
The UK Referencing Process Just Got Tougher for Tenants With Pets
The Property Is Only Half the Battle. A lot of tenants think the hard part is finding a pet-friendly property. The real challenge now is what happens after you agree to take the property. The referencing process in the UK has become far stricter, particularly for tenants with pets, self-employed applicants, overseas relocators, and anyone ...
The Big Mistake Many Pet Owners Are About to Make
What I like to offer is practical advice based on years of experience. I listen to many estate agents talking absolute ‘rubbish’, especially when it comes to pets and their interpretation of the new laws. It is difficult for tenants with pets to know what and what not to believe. That is why I have ...
Loopholes Landlords May Use When Tenants Ask for Pets
The Renters Rights Act recently became law and landlords anticipated that by increasing rents in advance. So subtly that most tenants would not notice. List the property at a higher price by a small increment. So what kind of loopholes are we talking about? I was an estate agent, am a landlord and the Founder ...
Renting With Multiple Cats: The Reality
Trying to rent a property with one cat, especially a house cat, is fine. Two or more cats? That’s where things can get tricky. In today’s competitive UK rental market, even strong tenants can hit a wall the moment they mention multiple cats. Because for landlord’s multiple cats ‘means’ scratched curtains and carpets as well ...
Thinking About Getting a Pet? Don’t Just Ask. Prepare.
If you’re already renting and thinking about getting a pet, the good news is you’re in a stronger position than most applicants. Why? Because your landlord already knows you. You’ve paid the rent on time. You’ve looked after the property. You’ve caused no issues. As Founder of Pets Lets, I see this all the time. ...
Hiding a Pet in a Rental Property? Just Don’t. Here’s Why.
Let’s be honest, it happens. You find a decent property. It says “no pets.” You’ve got a dog, cat, or both. You think… “We’ll just keep it quiet.” I’ve had clients ask me and I have flatly said no. You need a pets clause in a tenancy agreement and all it takes is for someone ...
Why Estate Agents Batch Viewings (Especially Saturdays). And How to Stand Out as a Tenant
If you’ve tried renting recently, you’ve probably noticed the pattern. You enquire midweek and there is silence. Then suddenly, “Viewings this Saturday between 10am–1pm.” Or they are only showing between certain times, normally in the evening. And guess what, you have a work meeting or event at that time and your partner is unavailable too. ...
Why Estate Agents Don’t Respond to Property Enquiries. And What You Can Do
If you’ve been enquiring about rental properties and hearing nothing back, you’re not alone. It’s one of the biggest frustrations in the UK rental market right now. Especially difficult if you are relocating to the UK with or without pets and in particular from another country with time differences. At Pets Lets we work a ...
Red Flags Tenants Should Spot Before Signing a Tenancy Agreement
Finding a rental in today’s market is hard enough. So when you finally get an offer accepted, the temptation is to just sign and move on. That’s exactly where people get caught out. Because not all landlords or tenancy agreements are created equal. And if you’ve got a pet? The margin for error is even ...
Are Pet Fees Disappearing in Build-to-Rent or Just Being Hidden?
If you’ve been looking at Build-to-Rent (BTR) properties recently, you might have noticed something. Pet fees are starting to disappear and at first glance, that sounds like a win. But like most things in the UK property market, it’s not quite that simple. Traditionally, BTR schemes were very clear: – Pets allowed but with a ...
Why You Must Have a Pets Clause in Your Tenancy Agreement
If you’re renting with a pet, this is one of the most important things to get right and one of the most overlooked. Some agents can say it’s fine, the landlord has said yes to your dog. Basically, they probably can’t be ‘bothered’ to change the tenancy agreement and get it agreed again with the ...
The Power of a Pet CV: Why It Can Win You a Rental
In today’s rental market, having a pet can feel like a disadvantage. But it doesn’t have to be. A Pet CV is one of the simplest and most effective ways to turn a “maybe” into a “yes.” I know, I have done it for clients may times. It’s about how you position your pets What ...
Why Renting Is a “Dog Eat Dog” Market. And How Tenants With Pets Can Still Win
Let’s be honest the rental market right now is a bit dog eat dog. And yes, pun fully intended. But behind the humour is a reality most tenants don’t fully see. Estate agents don’t get paid for effort. They get paid when a deal completes. Which means one thing. They prioritise the tenants most likely ...
Can’t Find a Pet Friendly Rental? Try Renting Unsold Properties Instead
If you’re struggling to find a pet friendly rental, you’re not alone. Low stock. High demand. And once you add a dog (or two… or a cat), your options shrink even further. But here’s a strategy most tenants never consider. Look at properties that aren’t selling. Because behind every unsold property is a seller (and ...
Head Leases and No Pets Clauses: What the Renters’ Rights Act Really Means for Tenants
One of the biggest misconceptions around the Renters’ Rights Act and renting with pets in the UK is that landlords will have to allow pets. Full stop. That simply isn’t true. After May 1st 2026, many tenants searching for pet-friendly properties to rent will assume they can request, or even demand permission to keep a ...
