--- title: "The Oakleaf PM Pet Policy: Here’s What You Need To Know" description: Having a pet in an apartment in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota is easier than you think with these tips and facts from Oakleaf Property Management. image: https://info.oakleafpm.com/hubfs/PetPolicy_Blog_Image.jpg --- [![Hello Bar](https://info.oakleafpm.com/hs-fs/file-2537290645-png/images/logo_white.png?width=48&height=29&name=logo_white.png)](http://www.hellobar.com/?hbt=orig) Apply for Quality Affordable Housing with Oakleaf [Click Here](http://www.oakleafpm.com/get-application/) Search Search [![Oakleaf Property Management](https://info.oakleafpm.com/hs-fs/hub/490700/file-2520101103.png)](http://www.oakleafpm.com/) - [Rental Application](http://www.oakleafpm.com/get-application/) - [News](https://info.oakleafpm.com/blog) - [About Us](http://www.oakleafpm.com/about-us/) - [Employment](http://www.oakleafpm.com/about-us/employment/) - [Service Coordinator Program](http://www.oakleafpm.com/about-us/service-coordination-program/) - 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Not only are you required by your lease to do so, but it also helps us provide better service when we have to perform maintenance requests or provide assistance during a natural disaster or fire. Proof of current inoculations, City Licensing and other requirements may apply for all pets. **I would like to get a dog. Does Oakleaf have any restricted breeds?** While we understand that each dog has its own temperament, aggressive breeds are not allowed on our Oakleaf Properties. The non-comprehensive list of restricted breeds includes Rottweiler, Akita, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Pit Bull including American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bull Terrier (Pit Bulls), Chow, Shar-peis, and any mixed breed that includes any prohibited breed. We also do not permit dogs that have been trained with defensive or attack techniques or those with history of biting.   **Do I have to pay a pet fee or pet deposit with Oakleaf?** Oakleaf Properties do not charge pet fees; however, a refundable pet deposit is required in the amount of $300.00. The deposit can be paid in full when the pet is acquired or $50.00 down and $10.00 per month until the deposit is paid in full. This deposit helps cover any damages (carpet, door, walls, linoleum) that a pet may cause. Of course, if no damages occur, your pet deposit will be returned to you.   **How many animals may I have in my apartment? Is there a weight limit?** Because the size of our apartment homes is limited, only one animal per apartment, not to exceed 15lbs is permitted   **What is the Oakleaf pet policy on small animals, fish, and caged birds?** Small animals are welcome in our Oakleaf communities with management approval, provided they remain in their cages or a suitable hutch. Aquariums are allowed up to 10 gallons. No deposit is required for fish, birds or small caged animals.   **What are some common tips for pet courtesy?** Apartments are close-knit communities, which can sometimes be a blessing, and sometimes a challenge, when there are pets involved. Common courtesy is paramount.   - Please clean up after your pet, especially when walking on the grounds and surrounding sidewalks, and dispose of all litter regularly and in properly sealed trash bags. - Do not leave your pets unattended for long periods of time. - Please keep pets on a leash or appropriately restrained. A pet should never be loose or unattended outside of your apartment. - Introduce the maintenance staff to your pet so that neither is alarmed when one comes to call.   Treat your pet like the co-resident it is, which means it will be held to the same guidelines of any tenant, except you’ll be the one held accountable; this goes for property damage, misbehavior, noise complaints, and waste disposal.   While most of our Oakleaf Properties do allow pets, some properties do not. Please contact us for a detailed list of pet friendly Oakleaf Properties.   Please note that the information listed above does not apply to assistive/service animals, which are treated as a direct extension of the resident.   We are always happy to answer your questions—pet or otherwise—so if a topic isn’t covered in the above article, please call. 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