Getting Started with Pet Screening

Quickly link your new or existing PetScreening account with Rentec Direct property management software. PetScreening.com is a Pet Policy Management Software that integrates seamlessly with Rentec Direct and is available to all clients at no additional cost.

Schedule a PetScreening Demo to learn more.


Activate Your Integrated Pet Screening Feature in Two Steps:

Click on the link to jump to that section. If you already have a PetScreening account, click on step 2

  1. Create a PetScreening.com account with a Unique Subdomain
  2. Link your PetScreening.com account to your Rentec Direct account
  3. PetScreening Cost
  4. Benefits of PetScreening
  5. Require pet screening in your online Rental Application

Getting Started with PetScreening.com for Rentec Direct Clients


Create an Account with PetScreening.com

Creating an account with PetScreening.com is simple and can be done directly through your Rentec Direct account.

In your Rentec Direct account:

  1. Click on Settings
  2. Under Tools, click on Utilities
  3. Click on Pet Screening
  4. Click on Set up a Free Pet Screening Account
  5. When registering your company, you will be required to create a Landing Page or Subdomain that will be used to link to your Rentec Direct account


    Pro Tip: We recommend creating a Unique Subdomain that aligns with your brand or business name. Example https://kcmiller.petscreening.com




In your Rentec Direct account:

  1. Click on Settings
  2. Under Tools, click on Utilities
  3. Click on Pet Screening
  4. Enter the Unique Subdomain from your PetScreening.com account
  5. Check the box to Require all applicants to complete petscreening.com

    System Note: If you only require primary applicants who specify they have pets to complete the screening, leave this unchecked and set the online application "Ask Primary Applicant to List Pets" to YES.  Click here for more details on Pet Screening for Rental Applications

  6. Click on SAVE

PetScreening Cost

There is no fee for property managers or landlords to create a PetScreening account, which helps mitigate risk for your team and manage your assets.

  • Renters will not be charged a fee for screening Assistance Animals that meet HUD's Fair Housing Act Guidelines
  • Renters may be required to pay a fee for screening household pets (The cost is minimal and commonly incorporated into the application or renewal fee)

Schedule a PetScreening Demo to learn more.



Benefits of Pet Screening

  • Create a comprehensive portfolio of your renters' pet/animal population
  • Verify Assistance and Emotional Support Animals in accordance with HUD & FHA guidelines
  • Obtain verification of renters who may not currently have a pet but might acquire one later
  • Generate passive income
  • Share your pet policy with all leads, applicants, and tenants

Learn more about PetScreening.com

Learn how you to require Pet Screening for one or all applicants using your Rentec Direct online Rental Applications Pet Screening for Rental Applications

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