How to Write a Dog Rental Resume

By AuntPhyl

Instructions

Step 1:
Write a resume that briefly describes your dog, its behavior, your relationship with your dog and its tenant history. If you have a computer and printer, it is much easier to write and edit your dog's resume than by hand.
Step 2:
Print your dog’s name at the top of the resume. Describe your dog. Give its age and approximate size. Tell how long your dog has been a member of your family. Your landlord is not interested in cute stories, so keep your description short and friendly.
Step 3:
Put a photo with your resume and be sure your dog is in a relaxed and calm pose. A photo of Hell Dog the Pillow-Shredder may be funny but won’t win the dog any tenant points. And leave off the party hat.
Step 4:
Know that your dog’s behavior is important. Your landlord wants to know if your dog is housebroken and leash-trained. Don’t mention the bad behavior but take steps now to correct it. Dog training classes are cheap compared to costs of a bad-mannered pooch.
Step 5:
Talk briefly about your dog-owner responsibilities.
Step 6:
Consider health is important. Tell your landlord whether Fido is neutered, licensed and current on vaccinations. You may want to add that your dog receives regular health exams.
Step 7:
Know that references are helpful. Ask for a short positive reference from your regular dog sitter, current or former landlords, kind neighbors and veterinarian. If you have taken dog obedience or training classes, attach a copy of the diploma to the resume.
Step 8:
Invite your prospective landlord to call your current landlord about your dog. Your future landlord may want to meet Fido. Be on your best behavior. After you move, send a thank-you note and your change of address to your reference people.

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Photo/Video Credit

Photo by Phyllis Benson

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