12/06/2026
New Pet Laws in Scotland: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know in 2026
The Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 is set to change how landlords and tenants deal with pets in rented properties across Scotland.
The new legislation introduces a formal process for tenants requesting permission to keep pets, while still allowing landlords to refuse requests where there are legitimate reasons to do so.
In our latest blog, we explain:
• What the new pet laws mean for landlords
• How tenants can request permission for pets
• Whether landlords can still refuse pets
• The rules on pet deposits in Scotland
• How HMOs, title deeds and factoring restrictions may be affected
Read our full guide and stay ahead of the upcoming changes.
The Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 is set to change how landlords and tenants deal with pets in rental properties across Scotland. The new legislation introduces