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Many properties enforce a no-pet policy, according to Fianna Fáil Senator Fiona Costello Alamy Stock Photo

Do you think renters should be allowed to have pets?

Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae said that ‘the needs and concerns of landlords and other tenants must also be considered’ concerning pets in the home.

MINISTER OF STATE Michael Healy-Rae has said that the housing minister should not order landlords to allow renters to have pets.

The Kerry TD, who owns a number of properties, stated that “it would not be appropriate for the Minister to direct individual property owners as to what a tenancy policy should be”.

However, Fianna Fáil Senator Fiona Costello argued that pets are an “integral” part of many families, and that people should not be forced to choose between surrendering their animals and accepting a housing offer.

So today, we want to know: Do you think renters should be allowed to have pets?


Poll Results:

Yes (6248)
No (3076)
Unsure (746)

 

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