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  1. #1
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    Default Problems With My Roommates' Dog

    So I wasn't entirely sure of where to post this so I posted here just to be safe.

    So my roommate and his girlfriend (both of whom are on the lease, so its three of us living there) bought a puppy a few months back. In order for the dog to live with us I had to sign an addendum to the leasing contract that stated I was okay with an dog living there and such, without signing it the dog would not have been able to stay. At the beginning I was fine with it. But now not so much. They have begun to assume I will take care of the dog when they are not home, he has eaten and put holes in many of my clothes, the town home constantly smells of wet dog (because they take him swimming daily) and they do not pick up after him outside (the pathway leading up to the front door smells awful). I am now uncomfortable with a pet in the residence. Even though I originally signed the addendum, can I go against that and have the dog removed or something?

    Thank you,
    cambrid7

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    Default Re: Roommates Expect Me to Care For Their Dog

    How long until your lease is up?

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    Default Re: Roommates Expect Me to Care For Their Dog

    When you suggested to your roommates that they train the pooch better so he doesn't eat things that don't belong to him, advised that they need to clean up after him to remain in compliance with the lease (most leases require that you clean up after your pets), and reminded them that he is their dog, not yours, what was the outcome of the conversation?

    Generally speaking, you're stuck with him until the lease is up and you move out.

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