Pets and Animals Guidelines

• Fish are permitted in university residences without prior approval. Tank size may not exceed 10 gallons.

• Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) must be approved through the Student Disability and Accessibility Center (SDAC) and SHRL before being brought to campus.

• Residents approved for a service animal or ESA are fully responsible for the animal’s care, behavior, cleanliness and any related damage or cleaning costs.

Residents with approved ESAs are not required to complete the standard pet application or pay a pet deposit. However, coordination with Housing is encouraged to ensure proper documentation and communication.

Unapproved animals are not permitted in student housing. This includes visiting animals, pet-sitting or temporary care arrangements. Residents are responsible for ensuring their pet is fully approved before bringing the animal into housing.

If an unapproved animal is found:

• First occurrence: $250 fine and written warning and/or educational sanctions

• Second occurrence: $250 fine and housing probation

• Third occurrence: housing license termination

University Police or local animal services may be contacted if necessary. Roommates may also be held responsible if unapproved animals are present in shared spaces.

The following animals are not permitted in campus housing:

• Amphibians or reptiles

• Endangered or exotic animals

• Dangerous, illegal or poisonous animals

• Live feeder animals (such as rodents or crickets)

• Fish in tanks larger than 10 gallons

Residents may not harass, feed or remove wildlife on university property, including feral cats.

Residents with approved pets are expected to:

• Ensure animals are well cared for and supervised

• Prevent damage, disturbance or disruption

• Keep pets leashed outside the unit

• Properly dispose of waste and maintain clean patios or yards

• Provide proof of required vaccinations

• Comply with local licensing requirements

Residents must ensure pets are treated humanely and live in conditions that support their well-being. Failure to provide appropriate care may result in revocation of pet approval.

All residents must comply with local laws, state regulations and the university’s Animals on Campus Policy. Failure to follow pet and animal policies may result in Community Standards action, including fines, probation or housing termination.

The pet approval process includes three required steps. You are not officially approved until all steps are complete.

Step 1: Submit Your Application and Documents

Log in to MyHousing and complete the Pet Application. Upload all required documents (see below).

Step 2: Roommate Agreement

All roommates must sign the Pet Roommate Agreement sent through Adobe Sign. The agreement must be completed within the stated timeframe.

Step 3: Pay the Pet Deposit

A $250 refundable deposit per pet will be posted to your OASIS account. Payment must be submitted by the posted deadline.

Upload each item as a separate file in MyHousing:

• Current vaccination record (including rabies vaccination and pet weight)
• Photo or scan of the pet’s ID tag
• Clear, recent photo of the pet

Incomplete applications will not be approved.

If Approved

• You will receive an approval email.
• Your pet may move in on or after the start of your housing license term.
• The $250 deposit is refundable after move-out, provided no pet-related damages are assessed.

If Not Approved

• You will receive communication explaining the reason (for example: missing documentation, weight restriction or pet limit reached).
• If the application window is still open, you may resubmit with corrected or additional documentation.

Residents are responsible for ensuring their pet is approved before bringing the animal into housing.