Save on Pet Rent with an ESA Letter

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Did You Know?

Only
25%
Of rentals are "pet friendly"
Around
95%
Of landlords restrict breeds
Americans Pay
$3K
In yearly pet fees on average
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Answer a few questions about your ESA needs

What are the Benefits of an ESA Letter?

Without An ESA Letter

Harder to find housing options
Limited to “pet friendly” homes
Pay monthly pet rent fees
Pay a pet deposit
Subject to pet/breed restrictions
Subject to pet size restrictions

With An ESA Letter

Live Anywhere With Your Pet
All Homes Are ESA Friendly By Law
$0 In Monthly Pet Rent Fees
$0 In Pet Deposit
No Pet/Breed Restrictions
Exempt From Size Restrictions

Difference Between Pet Rent, Fees, and Deposits

A pet fee is a one-time non-refundable charge for having a pet in your apartment. A pet deposit is a refundable amount paid to cover any potential damage caused by the pet. Pet rent is a monthly fee added to your regular rent. For example, in cities like New York or Los Angeles, pet rent might be anywhere between $25-$100 per month per pet. Pettable can help qualified people get an ESA letter, which can be submitted in order to waive those fees.

Emotional support animals are exempt from pet rent, fees, deposits, and breed restrictions.
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What is Pet Rent?

Pet rent is a monthly charge added to your regular rent for keeping a pet in your apartment. This fee helps cover potential wear and tear caused by pets. Pet rent, depending on state, can range from $25 to $100 per month. It’s a common practice in many U.S. cities to ensure the property remains in good condition. This cost can add up over time and become a stressor for many people who require a pet for emotional and mental support.

An ESA letter can save you up to $3,000 a year in pet rent.
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How to Get Out of Paying Pet Rent?

To avoid paying pet rent, you can try negotiating with your landlord. Offer to sign a longer lease or provide references from previous landlords to demonstrate your pet’s good behavior. In some cases, landlords may be flexible if they see you as a responsible tenant. The best option, as long as you qualify, is to apply for a legitimate ESA letter from Pettable, and share the letter with your landlord.

Managing Pet Breed Restrictions

Breed restrictions set by a landlord or management company can be frustrating for pet owners who know their dogs are well-behaved. If you're facing breed restrictions, consider discussing your dog's behavior and training with your landlord. You can also provide references from previous landlords or trainers to help ease their concerns. However, emotional support animals and service animals are exempt from breed restrictions. If you are eligible, an ESA letter from Pettable can be a perfect solution to unfair breed restrictions.

How do ESA Letters Help Save on Pet Rent?

An Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter from a licensed mental health professional can exempt you from pet rent and fees under the Fair Housing Act. Pettable is a legitimate service connecting qualified individuals to licensed clinicians. Presenting an ESA letter can save you from paying additional pet costs. Ensure your ESA letter is legitimate and meets all legal requirements. Pettable makes it simple to get started can can provide your legitimate letter within as little as 24 hours if needed.

How to Tell if an ESA Provider is Legit?

For an ESA letter to be legitimate, it must meet a few criteria. It has to be on official letterhead from the practice of the mental health care provider writing the letter, contact information, and the provider’s license number. The Fair Housing Act explicitly states that housing providers are not entitled to know a person’s diagnosis or severity thereof.

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Emotional Support Animals vs. Psychiatric Service Animals

Both provide relief for mental or emotional disabilities, but only Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs) require specific training to perform tasks that alleviate symptoms. ESA letters do not necessitate training standards.

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Getting Your ESA Letter is Easy

Step 1

See a therapist

Attend a 1 on 1 consultation with a licensed mental health professional to see if you qualify.
Step 3

Quick assessment

Answer a few questions to help us understand your current situation.

See a therapist

If you're in the same state, you can choose to consult with your previous therapist.
Step 2

Your receive your letter!

Receive your ESA letter within 24-48 hours of approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What would count as an emotional support animal?
How do I know if I qualify for an Emotional Support Animal?
What does the ESA process look like at Pettable?
How do I know my letter will work?
Can you confirm that this is legal?
What makes your ESA Letters legitimate?
What happens if my landlord wants to validate that my letter is legitimate?
How long does the process take from start to finish and how quickly will I get my ESA letter?
If I qualify, how would I go about getting an emotional support animal?
Are there benefits to having an Emotional Support Animal?
What is on your ESA letter?
I'm not familiar with the Fair Housing Act – what is it?
Do I need to renew my ESA letter?
How do your consultations work?
To get an ESA Letter, do I have to talk with a mental health professional?
Would an existing pet qualify as an Emotional Support Animal?
Can I qualify multiple pets with the same ESA letter?
My landlord says I can't keep my pet despite having a legitimate ESA letter. What do I do?
What does an ESA Letter let me do?
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