Landlords and Bunnies

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I'm sorry this isn't more specific to Davis Sq, so feel free to remove it if it's inappropriate, but: I know there are a lot of Davis Sq landlords on this community (not mine). We're trying to convince our landlord to allow a rabbit in our apartment. Our lease requires landlord approval to have a pet, rather than just a flat out "NO PETS" rule. The rabbit would be penned and is not a threat to any part of the apartment beyond maybe our own furniture. The landlord has been unreceptive so far but hasn't stated what his concerns are. Can any of you Davis landlords provide any insight into what he might be concerned about with the rabbit?

The other issue is that the rabbit would be an emotional support animal for a member of our household. Legally a landlord has to accommodate an emotional support animal within reason but we really don't want to force him into agreeing that way. Not sure if anyone here has any suggestions for that.

Thanks for any help!