Landlords Can Require Dog DNA for Poop Analysis

Depending on where you live, it might occasionally be difficult to find a rental that accepts pets. Wherever you reside, there is a possibility that a lease will have a no pet clause. Some states and towns are more accommodating than others. Additionally, there is frequently a lot of red tape associated with owning pets in regions that do permit them. There might also be restrictions on the kinds and sizes of pets, not to mention separate pet deposits. And perhaps they'll just request DNA.

The mess that dogs leave behind, especially in apartment complexes, is one of the major problems with renting out a dog. People take their dogs for walks, but no one picks up the dog waste. To stop this, some landlords implemented CSI-level security measures. If dog owners are suspected of not picking up after their dogs, they may be compelled to have their dog's DNA on file or submit it later. A tenant may be susceptible to penalties or eviction if the offending samples are sent to labs and match the tenant's dog.