Fetch My ESA

TX · State housing letters

Your ESA letter in Texas, done right.

Get a legitimate Emotional Support Animal letter in Texas from a licensed mental health professional. Valid nationwide under the Fair Housing Act.

  • Licensed in Texas
  • 24–48 hours
  • FHA Compliant

How Texas treats ESA letters

In Texas, your right to keep an Emotional Support Animal in rental housing is protected under the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) and HUD guidelines.

Landlords cannot charge pet rent, pet deposits, or apply breed/size restrictions to approved assistance animals, provided you supply a valid letter from a licensed provider detailing your need.

Texas Human Resources Code § 121.006

Citation: Tex. Hum. Res. Code § 121.006

Misrepresenting a pet as a service or assistance animal to gain housing access or avoid pet fees is subject to civil penalties and fines in Texas.

Every Fetch My ESA letter in Texas is written and signed by a clinical professional registered and licensed in Texas after a live assessment. This is the legal standard expected by housing boards.

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Serving Texas corner to corner.

Consultations occur securely by phone or video. It does not matter if you reside in metropolitan hubs or rural areas—if you are a resident of Texas, our licensed TX clinicians can evaluate you.

Texas is home to millions of renters, with major cities seeing high demand for pet-friendly apartments.

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Texas ESA FAQ

Is an online ESA letter valid in Texas?

Yes. Under the Fair Housing Act, landlords in Texas must accept letters signed by a licensed mental health professional who has clinically evaluated you. Telehealth evaluations are fully recognized as long as the provider holds an active license in Texas.

Does my landlord in Texas have to accept my ESA?

Yes, under federal law. Landlords must provide a reasonable accommodation, which includes waiving pet fees, pet deposits, and weight or breed restrictions. A landlord can only deny an ESA if the animal poses a documented threat to safety or causes substantial property damage.

Can a landlord in Texas charge pet rent or deposits for an ESA?

No. Approved Emotional Support Animals are legally classified as assistance animals, not pets. Landlords are prohibited from charging pet rent, pet security deposits, or registration fees for them.

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Our assessment is free, private, and takes three minutes. Pay only if a licensed clinical professional confirms your housing documentation need.

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