Updated November 19, 2025

Pet Addendum to Lease PDF — Free Template

Pets keep residents happy, but landlords need clarity about which animals are allowed, where deposits apply, and how damage will be handled. A pet addendum attaches to the existing lease and documents those expectations. CourtPDF'sPet Addendum generator gives you a printable PDF in minutes without uploading tenant info.

What is a pet addendum?

It is a lease attachment that spells out the pets that may live at the property, any deposits or monthly rent tied to those pets, and expectations about behavior, cleanup, and liability. It doesn't authorize service animals—those are handled under federal and state law—but it helps document ordinary household pets that the landlord approves.

Why landlords rely on them

• Clarifies which animals were approved and their basic details.
• Documents any extra deposit or monthly pet rent to avoid disputes later.
• Sets ground rules for leashes, noise, and cleanup.
• Confirms who pays for repairs if a pet causes damage.
• Reinforces insurance requirements or liability waivers.

What to include

Use these sections to make expectations obvious:

• Authorized pets: species, breeds, names, weights, or ID numbers.
• Deposits & monthly fees: one-time deposits plus recurring pet rent, if any.
• Rules: leash policies, waste cleanup, grooming, or supervision requirements.
• Damages: how quickly tenants must repair or reimburse damage.
• Insurance: whether renter's insurance must cover pet incidents.
• Signatures: landlord/agent and every tenant on the lease.

How to build the PDF on CourtPDF

1. Go to the Pet Addendum PDF tool.
2. Enter landlord, tenant, property, and original lease date details.
3. Describe each pet and add any deposits or monthly fees.
4. Type your pet rules, damages clause, insurance note, and governing law state.
5. Add the effective date plus signature names, then download the PDF.

FAQs

Do emotional support animals need a pet addendum?

ESA or service animals are usually handled separately under federal fair housing rules. A pet addendum is best for ordinary household pets like dogs, cats, birds, or reptiles that the landlord approves voluntarily.

Can I list multiple pets?

Yes. CourtPDF's form has a single freeform field where you can describe each pet. Many landlords number them or use bullet points.

What if the tenant adds another pet later?

Create a new addendum or an addendum update that references the original lease date and the newly approved pet. Have everyone sign it so the record is clear.