Pitbull vs Landlord...PLZ HELP ASAP!!!?

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Pitbull vs Landlord...PLZ HELP ASAP!!!?

Answer 1

Unfortunatly, you probably should have checked with the landlord first. I'm in total agreement about pitbull nature but really everyone know that these are almost always on a restricted breed list. Legally, I doubt you have a recourse to keep the dog there. So I think your options are gonna be move or find another home for the puppy. If I were you, I'd do anything I could to find a new apartment that will let you keep the dog. Maybe you have a friend or family member that can help take care of it til you find somewhere? There's nothing the landlord can do about her insurance company. They have guidelines to follow and trust me will not make any exceptions for dogs. Dog bites are one of the highest risks for companies. I wouldnt waste my time fighting and put my energy into finding a new place.



EDIT - You can't add your landlord to your policy, it's just not how that works. I'm sorry but I think you're looking in the wrong direction for a solution.

Answer 2

Because you do not own the property you cannot make the rules. You should have talked with your landlord before you went out and purchased a dog. The property owner is liable for any accidents that occur on her property. Your insurance does not cover her liability. You have renters insurance...not home owner's insurance. The landlord would not be foolish enough to put herself on your insurance...that would put her in jeopardy in the event of an accident.

You can only make the rules if you own the property....even then many insurance companies can deny you coverage because of a dog.



Terrible facts...

There are many irresponsible dog owners in this country.

Shelters are full of pit bulls as a result of these irresponsible owners.

Pit bulls are a source of revenue for many back yard breeders.

Answer 3

My fellow pit bull enthusiasts and I absolutely loathe the American Bully fad for a few reasons: 1. Too many people try to pass them off as actual American Pit Bull Terriers or in some cases even as AST's or SBT's - I've seen it! 2. They are breeding for looks and not soundness or health. It's all about the color (usually blue or red), gigantic heads, freakishly thick necks (or no necks), thick/pudgy/waddly/bowlegged nonsense. 3. They are ONLY bred by BYB's and puppy mills. 4. Calling them pit bulls only further complicates the public's ability to correctly identify a real pit bull. Hence misidentification in attacks and such. They're just altogether not a good thing at all. LEGIT: I think Bulldogs are tolerated because A. They've been around a MUCH longer time (I have socks older than the American Bully "breed"), B. They're absolutely delightful dogs, C. There are actual reputable breeders out there doing the Bulldawg thang, D. They're adorable and people love Bulldogs, no matter how you slice it. I think the real problem is the BYB's and puppy mills (as usual) that crank out sickly and deformed Bulldogs in the name of an almighty buck. EDIT: @Lioness - LOL! Pitopotamus! I'm SO stealing that from you. Oh, and he wasn't referring to American Bulldogs. He's talking about American Bullies. But the picture you posted of the brindle patch dog IS a great example of an American Bulldog.

Answer 4

You are wrong in that pit bulls are only aggressive it taught to be.They were bred for a specific purpose and it is in their genes so if you get a careless owner and that is what happens then yes you have a real problem

Legally it is up to the Landlord to decide even though he will not have to pay for any damage but remember it is his property that is at risk and he wants tenants that are comfortable living there and if he is worried people will not rent at his premises re your pit-bull then you cannot do anything bar going to Court as the lease does say dogs can be kept on rental property and he has not specified what breeds are excluded that is your only recourse and it is not cheap.

Answer 5

Some insurance companies and some areas have 'dangerous breeds' lists that almost always include pit bulls. Your landlady's insurance company is probably one of these.



The only resource you have is to talk to the landlady and talk to the insurance company (if they will let you,) to see if there is any alternative.



The other option is that the landlady just doesn't want a pit bull on the property (not everyone does- a lot of people are afraid of them,) and is simply blaming the insurance company since if you aren't the insured they most likely won't talk to you about HER policy.

Answer 6

Many homeowners policies will not cover the presence of certain dog breeds on the premises and unfortunately, Pit Bulls are right at the top of those lists.



Your landlord has a right to protect her liability and must honor her agreement with her insurance company. Your insurance company doesn't protect her from litigation should the dog harm someone else, it only covers you.

Answer 7

You should have asked your landlord before you bought the puppy. He would have told you what breeds were acceptable.

Regardless of what insurance you have, the landlord is required to abide by their insurance companies wishes or they won't have insurance.



You will have to move in order to keep the dog or get rid of the dog.

Answer 8

The landlord is just afraid that if something happens on the property they will be liable. Because they own the building even though its your dog. I see no problem with you keeping the dog as long as you have insurance and are not abusing the dog.

Answer 9

unfortunately you are renting.her insurance covers more than just dogs I'm sure.have you shown her your insurance?renters insurance and property insurance are two different things.you might be able to work something out but I wouldn't hold your breath.you should have asked if certain dog breeds were restricted before you got the puppy.

Answer 10

READ ALL THE WAY it isn't all negative. It is a huge responsibility before you ever get an animal to ask the landlord no matter what it is even if they have already said pets are allowed lots of places and insurance companies have breed restrictions of multiple breeds. You should always ask the size animal they allow, if there are any breed restrictions, and if there are any other requirements. Even if everyone including a landlord likes the dogs it self doesn't mean his insurance is going to. They could completely cancel his insurance for that if they have breed restrictions. I worked at an animal shelter we had so many puppies turned in because of landlords people bought large breeds as puppies that grow too big for the weight restriction, they bought a pit puppy and they we restricted and they had to turn them into a shelter because of it. I love pittbulls my self and have had fun with many of these great sweet dogs. it is not their fault that people gave them a bad reputation and use them for stupid things like making money in pit fights but because of these stupid idiots breeding aggression into these wonderful dogs and the press only telling horror stories about them this is what it comes down to people restrict every possible thing they can involving pit bulls and where they can live so before ever getting one it is very wise to think it through and make plans before ever getting one. Working at a shelter I have seen and heard many instances about pit bulls and neighbors and landlords complaints about "scary dogs" and the sad things is when it is a pit involved most of the pit owners do not usually win in the end.

Only ways you can keep your pit pup is to try to find a magical landlord with an insurance company who will allow this dog. Another hint what ever color the dog resembles black, yellow , brown try to pass it off as a lab mix or some other breed mixes I've seen that trick work. cause a lot of people don't really know what a true pit bull looks like. I know a guy who has a " boxer collie mix" his insurance people obviously have no dog breed knowledge cause it is a pure bred red pit bull lol but he just keeps to his story and know one knows. well see ya hope it helped.

Answer 11

Your best bet is to move.



Sorry, but you should've asked before you just up and got the dog. I always ask if there are any restrictions before just moving in. Certain restrictions, I never just go with the saying " Oh we allow dogs" because they could turn around say "We don't allow specific breeds".

Answer 12

I'm not sure if your landlord would go for it, but show her the coverage you have and explain to her what you know about dogs. Also try doing some research about "pit bulls" (since technically a pit bull is not even a real breed, but simply a name used for several different breeds that look similar) and showing her that they are not dangerous. However, the fact remains that she may not agree. Hope it goes well for you though, and enjoy your new dog :)

Answer 13

Perhaps if you could provide the liability coverage proof to your landlord she would reconsider, however, you have to remember, she owns the building and if anything happens and she gets sued, that is her livelihood. Not many people are willing to put their own livelihood on the line for someone else's dog.

Answer 14

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Answer 15

Honestly I doubt it. That's why you should always talk to your landlord before purchasing the dog. If you want to keep the dog then you're probably going to have to find another place to live. It sucks. Sorry.

Answer 16

o yeah same with my friend it turns out that most people think that they are dangerous so getting a dog with a bad rep can drop out your insurance.

Answer 17

have you tried finding somewere else

were they have a better deal

and allow pets

Answer 18

Pit's rock! ya they are x-treamly friendly dogs try calling them by there reall name= Stafford Terriers they don't soud like somthing mean even though they never do to me.

Answer 19

if you have every paper you need he should be fine with it but for my staff i would probably move lol and those facts are really sad

Answer 20

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