Non-dangerous fish which live completely underwater are the only pets permitted in the halls. No cats, dogs, gerbils, snakes, birds, crabs, turtles, frogs, spiders, etc.; only fish are allowed. Aquariums may be no larger than 25 gallons. Aquarium gravel must not be disposed of in toilets or drains.
Other animals may be permitted in housing units with prior approval from Services for Students with Disabilities and Housing & Dining (i.e. emotional support animals). Owners of such animals are required to ensure the animal is well cared for at all times. University Housing may require an animal be removed, temporarily or permanently, from any of its facilities if:
- the animal is out of control and the owner does not take effective action to control it;
- the animal is not housebroken;
- the animal is unhealthy, neglected, mistreated, abused, or poorly cared for;
- the animal is infested with fleas, ticks, or other pests;
- the animal is loose in or around University Housing facilities;
- the animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others; or
- the animal’s behavior is unreasonably disruptive to others, such as barking/whining, destroying property, etc.
Policy last modified December 2024