"But when graduate school in Boston called, Hruban found the rental market here less hospitable. It's common for renters in Massachusetts - already squeezed by low supply and high prices - to struggle finding pet-friendly units. More find themselves boxed out of homeownership, with first-time home buyer rates at an all-time low. Renting with pets forces some to choose between a roof over their head and keeping their animal companions."
"Pit bulls, in particular, have a reputation for being aggressive or dangerous, and some municipalities have even outlawed them in the past. As of 2012, dogs may not be banned based on breed in Massachusetts; the "dangerous dog law" provides guidelines for what deems a dog of any breed "dangerous." But landlords may set their own rules for their properties."
The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals launched Action for Pet-Inclusive Housing to push two bills before the Massachusetts Legislature. A pit-bull type named Cal arrived emaciated from a Baltimore dog-fighting ring and was adopted by Carlie Hruban, who faced no pet restrictions in Baltimore. Moving to Boston exposed severe rental barriers: few apartments accept dogs or pit bulls, and Hruban paid $4,000 to a broker plus $4,000 to secure a lease. Breed stigma endures despite a 2012 law barring breed bans, and landlords retain discretion. Tight markets and high prices force some owners to surrender pets.
Read at Boston.com
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