know your rights
HEART specializes in eviction prevention for renters who are facing pressure to leave their homes because of their companion animals in LA County.
Contact us if you are experiencing harassment from your housing provider due to your pet or need support with any of the following...​​
Assistance Animals
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Do I qualify for an assistance animal?
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What documents am I required to have to confirm my pet's status as an assistance animal?
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What is the process to have my assistance animal accepted by my housing provider?
Tenant Rights
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Is it possible to keep a pet if my building has a "No Pets" policy?
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What do I do if my landlord won't let me keep my pet anymore?
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What do I do if my landlord doesn't accept my support animal?
Resources for You
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Free eviction prevention support
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Template letters to landlords and health care providers for assistance animals
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Connections to local partners providing pet resources (spay/neuter, pet food, pet supplies)
Request LEGAL AID
If you have already received summons for an eviction, contact StayHousedLA for legal support.​​
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HEART does not defend personal injury cases involving pets (ex. dog bites).
Request office hours
Contact us with questions at info@heartla.org or (323) 643-4430.