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Free Pet Addendum to Lease
Add pet rules, deposit and pet rent to a lease with a signed pet addendum.
Add pet rules, deposit and pet rent to a lease with a signed pet addendum. Fill in the fields, check the live preview and download a PDF.
How to use the Pet Addendum to Lease
- Enter the names, the property address and the key dates and amounts. Each field has a realistic example.
- Check the wording in the live preview and add any extra section the situation needs. Optional fields can be left empty.
- Download the PDF, print it or send it, then have it signed and keep a copy with the lease.
What is the Pet Addendum to Lease?
A pet addendum lets a tenant keep a pet under written rules. It records what animal is allowed, any deposit or monthly pet rent, and who pays for damage.
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Getting started with the Pet Addendum to Lease
Using the pet addendum to lease takes a minute or two. Your progress is saved in this browser, so you can come back later.
Tips for better results
Describe the pet, with breed and weight, so there is no question later about which animal is allowed.
Treat service animals and emotional support animals under fair housing rules, not as pets with fees.
Privacy and where your data goes
Documents and files you use here are processed on your own device. Signplify does not receive what you type or the files you open, which makes it suitable for sensitive information. If you clear your browser data, any saved draft is removed.
Frequently asked questions
Can a landlord charge pet rent and a deposit?
Often yes, but some places limit pet deposits or ban pet fees for assistance animals. Check local law.
Do service animals need a pet addendum?
Not usually. In many places assistance animals are not pets and cannot be charged pet fees. The generated text notes this.
What details do I need to fill in for the pet addendum to lease?
The form asks for Landlord, Tenant, Property Address, Addendum Date, Pet Type, Pet Name, Breed / Description and Pet Rules (one per line). Weight / age, Pet deposit and Monthly pet rent are optional and can be left blank. Everything starts with example text, so replace it with your own and check the preview as you type.
What sections does the pet addendum to lease include?
It is laid out with these sections: Pet Rules, Damage and Liability and Removal. You can add more of your own in the Extra sections box.
Can I add my own clauses or notes to the pet addendum to lease?
Yes. Use the Extra sections box in the form to add a heading and your own text. It is placed before the signature lines and appears in the PDF, PNG and printed copy. Empty sections are ignored.
Can I change how the pet addendum to lease looks?
Yes. Under Customize design you can change the font, text color, accent color, heading style and header alignment. Page setup lets you choose A4, US Letter or A5, portrait or landscape, and margins. Longer documents continue onto a new page automatically.
Can I sign the pet addendum to lease on screen?
Yes. Open Sign this document, draw, type or upload your signature, then drag it onto the signature line and resize it. If someone else also has to sign, download the PDF and they can add their signature with the Sign PDF tool.
Is the pet addendum to lease legal advice?
No. The Pet Addendum to Lease produces a general document from the details you enter. Laws differ by state, province and country, so check the rules that apply to you and have a qualified professional review anything important before you rely on it.
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