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Updated over 5 years ago on . Most recent reply

Should a no pet policy to include pets in tanks...Fish, etc.
I currently have a no pet policy. I had a potential tenant ask if this policy included a "bearded dragon"...small lizard that is kept in a tank.
Does anyone have any experience with pets of this nature?
I'm wondering if I should consider things like fish, lizards, etc.... differently than a traditional pet such as a cat / dog.
These types of pets can can easily be neglected and their tanks could smell (I HATE SMELL)...Am I overreacting on something this small? A pet like this warrant an additional pet fee? An additional deposit?
Also wondering from a legal stand point if this type of pet Is something I'm willing to consider, should I change my advertising as negotiable and have a list of acceptable / non acceptable pets?
By the way I am a dog person, just OCD clean...I just don't trust others to take care of their pets in one of my homes.
Thanks everyone!
Ben