(still under construction) Pet Resumé
A pet resumé gives you an opportunity to present your landlord with a summary of your emotional support animal's best qualities, as well as examples of your responsibility as a pet owner.
What about your ESA will make him or her a good tenant?
- Is your ESA mature, quiet, calm or less active?
- If your ESA is active, explain how you meet his exercise needs.
- Is he of a breed or species known to make good pets?
- Is he particularly well suited for living in an apartment? Has he lived in an apartment before?
- If your ESA is a dog, has he been to obedience school, or had other special training?
- If your ESA is a cat, is he litterbox trained and does he know to use a scratching post?
- How do you keep your pet clean and free of parasites, like fleas, ticks, mites, and worms?
- What do you do with your ESA when you travel or are away at work?
- How often do you clean your litter box (for a cat), or scoop poop (for a dog)?
Does your ESA have any references?
- Does he have letters of recommendation from previous landlords?
- Does he have letters of recommendation from previous neighbors?
- Does he have a letter of recommendation from his vet stating he is healthy and well behaved?
- Do you have a current health certificate from your vet?
- Does he have a letter of recommendation from a trainer?
- Does he have certificate of completion of an obedience class? Any titles or awards for obedience?
- Does he have a Canine Good Citizen Certificate?
Biographical information
- Include an attractive photo of your ESA and describe his personality and how much his presence adds to your life.
- Describe how he helps you deal with the effects of your disability.