In Ireland, tenants do not generally have an automatic right to keep a pet, so check your tenancy agreement and any apartment management rules before bringing one home. A landlord may set reasonable conditions or prohibit pets under the tenancy terms, although assistance or guide animals may be protected under equality law. Ask for permission in writing and keep a record of any response. If a disagreement arises, the RTB may consider the tenancy agreement and the individual facts, while a solicitor can advise on more complex cases.