Pet-Friendly Housing
Bringing your pet to campus is bringing a little bit of home with you.
ÃÛѨÊÓƵ offers a designated pet-friendly housing option in Jane Failing Hall for students who wish to live with an approved pet while residing on campus. Pet-friendly housing provides residents with the opportunity to enjoy the companionship of a pet while maintaining a safe, healthy and respectful living environment for all community members. Students residing in pet-friendly housing are responsible for the care, supervision and behavior of their pets and must comply with all university policies, procedures and registration requirements related to pet ownership.
Because pets can impact roommates, neighbors and shared community spaces, residents are expected to ensure their pets do not create health, safety, sanitation, or noise concerns. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, preventing damage to university property and maintaining appropriate control of their animals at all times. Additional information regarding approved pets, registration procedures, resident responsibilities and community expectations can be found in the Pet-Friendly Housing Policy section of this handbook.
Great for students who:
- Want to bring a pet from home
- Want the benefits of living with a pet without having the responsibility of their own
- Want to learn about pet ownership and develop skills to better pet well-being
Linked residential spaces(s)
- Jane Failing Hall: a co-ed residence hall by floor
- Blaine Street Apartments: apartment complex for eligible residents
Pet-Friendly Expectations
Students approved to participate in pet-friendly housing must complete all required documentation before bringing a pet to campus. Approval is not finalized until all required materials have been submitted and reviewed by Residence Life and Housing.
Required documentation includes:
- Verification from a licensed veterinarian confirming all recommended and required vaccinations are current.
- A completed Pet Friendly Housing Application.
- Written approval from Residence Life and Housing authorizing the pet to reside on campus.
- Two emergency contacts who can provide care for the pet if the owner is unable to do so.
Dog eligibility requirements:
- Dogs must weigh 60 pounds or less.
- Dogs must be at least one year of age at the time of approval.
- Dogs must have lived with the student for a minimum of six months prior to moving into campus housing.
Cat eligibility requirements:
- Cats must be at least six months of age at the time of approval.
- Cats must have lived with the student or the student's family for a minimum of four months prior to moving into campus housing.
Pets other than dogs and cats, including rabbits, hamsters, other small rodents, reptiles and fish, are allowed in pet-friendly housing. Residents interested in bringing these other types of pets to campus should review the Pet Policy Guide provided to all approved Pet Friendly Housing residents for specific requirements, care expectations and registration procedures. You can also email petfriendly@linfield.edu with any questions.
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Questions?
Review our policy guide, resource guide and application information. For more information about the Pet-friendly Community, please contact Viviana Romero.