Pet Friendly Housing

Resident Resources

We know pets are part of the family, and we’re one of the few campuses where you can bring them with you!

We offer designated pet-friendly housing options for students who want to share their college experience with a furry companion. Whether you have a dog, cat or fish, you can apply to bring your pet with you to select residence halls and apartments. Explore this page to learn about eligibility, application steps, pet policies and how to make your new home a welcoming place for both you and your pet.

To keep things cozy for everyone, here’s what you need to know about bringing pets to campus housing:

  • You can have one pet per bedroom
  • Suites or apartments can have no more than two pets total
  • If there are two pets in the unit, they must be the same species (e.g. two cats or two dogs)

Planning to live with a roommate who also has a pet? Make sure you both agree and meet the guidelines before applying.

Pets On Campus

A dog sits with their owner on the grass on campus
A cat in a tunnel on the floor of a Residence Hall room.
A small dog sits with two students on a bench on campus during the fall
An Australian Shepard plays with their owner on a warm fall day.
A dog dressed in a graduation cap and gown

Pet Requirements

To make sure everyone has a great experience, here’s what’s expected.

Your pet must be:

  • At least 6 months old
  • Spayed or neutered
  • 40 pounds or less when fully grown
  • An indoor, domestic pet
  • Vaccinated for Rabies and Distemper
  • Licensed with the City of Greeley

Pets are not allowed if they are:

  • Protective breeds such as Pit Bull, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Husky, Rottweiler, Mastiff, Dalmatian or any mix of these
  • Aggressive toward people or other animals
  • Disruptive to the community (this includes strong smells or loud noises)

Pet-Friendly Residence Halls

  • Belford Hall, any room
  • Harrison Hall, 2nd floor (high) of the North Tower
  • Lawrenson Hall, floors 6-9
  • North Hall, 1st floor west side (high)

UNC Housing may terminate pet agreements and require pets to be removed if policies are violated. You’re responsible for your animal’s behavior, including any damage or harm to others.

How to Apply

Questions? Reach out to us at housing@unco.edu or 970-351-2721.

Before applying for pet-friendly housing, make sure to:

  • Complete your housing contract in the Housing Portal.
  • Once your room lottery is open, find a room for your group in the Pet-Friendly Holding Room area.
  • Select the specific Pet-Friendly building you prefer.
  • You will see suites labeled with “CAT” or “DOG.” Find a room with the animal type you plan to bring to campus.
  • Assign your roommate group to your selected pet-friendly holding room!
  • You’re ready to submit your application. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!

Once you’ve assigned yourself to a pet-friendly room, it’s time to complete the Pet-Friendly Application. You’ll find it under “My Forms” in eRezLife on the left-hand side.

Be ready to upload:

  • Basic information about your pet
  • Vaccination records
  • A photo of your pet
  • Proof of spay or neuter
  • Your Greeley pet license

After submitting all required documents you’ll receive confirmation from Housing and Residential Education via e-mail, which indicates your acceptance to the pet-friendly community, including a tentative room assignment. Next:

  • Move into your new space with your pet and fill out your room inventory. Please be as detailed as possible, since this ensures you are not billed for any damage you or your pet did not cause.
  • Complete a Roommate/Suitemate Agreement. This form will be provided to you after move-in.
  • For times when you are out of town, a Pet Sitter Release Form is required in eRezLife to make sure someone you trust can care for your pet.
  • For information on bringing Emotional Support Animals to campus, please visit the Disability Resource Center website.