Pit Bulls in the house-what can I do

[Jeanni Prescan]

Hi All.  I just learned that my tenant has 2 pit bulls in my rental home.  I have an eviction pending for unpaid rent,  which can take place as early as Tuesday if she doesn't file appeal, but I just learned from a neighbor that the tenant has 2 bit bulls that are tearing up his yard and all the other neighbors are afraid to even walk past the house .  Her lease allowed for 1 service dog.  Not sure how a pit bull fits into that description, but there it is.   Question is....how can I get the pit bulls out immediately, if I have to wait another 30 days to get tenants out per a possible appeal?

[Steve K.]

@Jeanni Prescan issue a notice to cure or quit based on the lease violation and tack on any fees for the violation as stipulated by the lease. It won’t accelerate the eviction timeline but it might deter an appeal and it will strengthen your case. Get photos of the dogs on the property and written testimony from neighbors if possible too.