I do not agree with Piedmont's animal policy, and here's why: If residents can have snakes longer than I am tall, why can't I have a rabbit, hamster, or cat? I do understand why this policy is in place, but I think there are other alternatives than just a strict no.
Those wanting to have pets could have an additional contract to sign along with their housing contract. Some apartment buildings require an additional deposit if you would like to have a pet. This could work too. The desposit could be refundable when the student checks out of their dorm without pet related problems. There could be size limits on furry pets. Personally, I love dogs, but having a barking dog in my dorm would diminish that love fairly quickly. Have a "three strikes" policy concerning noise and cleanliness. All of these suggestions would require a little more work from RA's and pet owners, but they would offer more freedom.
Responsibility would be the key to making this work. Students who can not be responsible enough to take their animal out, clean up after them, or keep them well behaved should not be allowed to have them. Knowledge of who these students are could only come after a trial basis. However, people we're in college. If you have trouble handling yourself, do not bring an animal into the picture.
I think we should be able to have animals along with a clear animal code of conduct.
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