I know I'm not allowed to have 'wild' pets or release a wild opossum except for where it was trapped, but if I were to obtain a domesticated opossum (ie: one bred and raised in captivity by a breeder), would I be allowed to keep it? Would there be regulations for obtaining a... View More 
answered on Jul 24, 2020
Generally, most municipalities prohibit the ownership of wild animals regardless of whether it was allegedly bred for domestic use or not. So you should check your local rules because if you’re caught, the opossum will be taken from you and released into the wild, which could be cruel if it’s... View More
Several times yet no answer. I want my dog back and I am literally miserable without him. I want to press charges and or sue the rescue for not giving him back even though he is mine! Can I do that?
answered on Jul 24, 2020
It depends on the laws of your state and how/why they got got possession of him in the first place. More facts are needed to answer this question properly.
My mother and my dog were just sitting relaxing on the back deck when a cat walked up the stairs of my deck. The cat tryed to get some food like it always does and the dog whent up to it casually to sniff it and the cat scratched the dog on its nose. Thats when the dog chased the cat into the... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2020
I think I already answered this question here, or on another forum, but either way, without knowing what her evidence is, it's impossible to say whether you'll be liable or not. In a criminal court, the prosecutor has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that your dog caused the cat's... View More
My girlfriend & I hired a trainer (P) from Thumbtack because our dog was showing signs of aggression. Our dog would bark at strangers & other dogs; he had snapped at my girlfriend a few times but had never caused any injuries.
We hired P, and she told us it will get better but... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2020
I realize the irony of what I'm about to say, but I'm going to say it, anyway: don't take advice from people on the internet - especially if they're not professionals.
That said, it's unclear from what you wrote whether liability can be imposed on the trainer. More... View More
I have taken care of this dog since the end of February 2020 without anyone’s help including the previous owner and I wish to keep her. The proofs owner has asked us if we wish to keep her back in April but now at the end of July she wants to take her back. I’m wondering if the dog is legally... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2020
Probably not. You didn't say whether or not you accepted her offer of the dog back in April. If you didn't accept or didn't answer, then the dog is not yours and still belongs to the original owner.
My mother and my dog were just sitting relaxing on the back deck when a cat walked up the stairs of my deck. The cat tryed to get some food like it always does and the dog whent up to it casually to sniff it and the cat scratched the dog on its nose. Thats when the dog chased the cat into the... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2020
If this is a criminal case, the prosecutor has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that your dog caused the cat‘a injuries in order for you to be liable. If this is a civil case, the other party has to prove by a preponderance of the evidence (think: 51%) that your dog caused the cats injuries.... View More
What is my dads liability or how much does he have to pay the owner of the horse.
This happened in Catlett, Virginia
answered on Jul 23, 2020
It kind of depends on how much of the horse running through the fence can be attributed to your dad’s dog. And legally, he would only have to pay if the horse owners sued him and won; this isn’t a criminal matter.
They were warned we had dogs too
answered on Jul 23, 2020
You can call animal control or whoever handles animal matters in your area.
I had the chance to reclaim them do they legally have to give me my dogs back or give me the names of the people who adopted them
answered on Jul 22, 2020
I’m sorry for your loss! That is absolutely abhorrent what your ex did.
In Colorado, once a shelter has a dog for 5 days and the dog goes unclaimed during that period, the shelter legally owns the dog. That’s set out my Colorado regulation. You might want to check if that is also the... View More
She said i could have her back free now She wants money the lady said she didn't want her I had a mental break down made a terrible mistake I want my dog back is this even legal she clearly said well since I wanted her back I would have to pay her a bribe $200
answered on Jul 21, 2020
I don’t understand the question. If you made a mistake, and you want the dog back, then just pay her $200. If she isn’t going to love or care for the dog, or worse, give the dog to a shelter or someone who will abuse it, it would be better for you to take it back.
Breeder insisted the dog was fine, but 2 Veternarian's both had the same diagnosis. Is the breeder liable to pay? I kept the puppy and it had surgery. It states that under NYS law, a "dealer" is held to the Pet Lemon Law, which states that reimbursement is an option for the... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2020
If the particular congenital defect was not disclosed but was discoverable, it sounds like it would fall under the Lemon Law.
Incident happened in the common area of my condominium complex. Same thing happened two years ago but she continues to let the cat out to roam freely. I want to make sure nothing happens to my dog as he's never been aggressive towards humans or other dogs. Additionally, my wife and I are very... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2020
It's unlikely she would pursue anything because the cat was unsupervised and, generally speaking, the law could care less about cats, unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it...). It's unlikely animal control or law enforcement would press charges against you. That... View More
The older man has let this dog run amuck on his unfenced property and on one occasion the dog came back after being shot. The dog is not neutered or microchipped. The man lives alone and has a bad knee injury and can barely walk or drive. He gave me all the paperwork on the dog. I planed to do... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2020
If he gave you the dog, then the dog is yours and he legally can't get it back unless you agree to give the dog back.
answered on Jul 20, 2020
If it’s your roommate, doesn’t he live there? Won’t he eventually come back? You can’t just give his dog to the shelter because that would constitute theft or civil theft and/or subject you to a lawsuit.
The deal was they would pay me 1600 once the dog was breeded and had puppies, the dog has been breeded 4 times already and I have only received $50. I have lost my apartment along with my car,can I sue and keep the dog f or non paymnt AND 3 years have already passed
answered on Jul 20, 2020
You can sue for what you were promised, and any additional damages related to non performance of the contract (verbal or written)
I went to Logan Ut. To buy a puppy after talking to the seller on the phone. I paid $200 for her And the manager said I was welcome to take her, that the seller said she was mine if I paid. After driving back to Salt Lake I got a call from the seller saying I had to bring her back to her. That it... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2020
If you paid the money and took the puppy, then the contract is complete, even if there is no written contract. Verbal contracts are enforceable. Based on what you wrote, I do not see any grounds for you to HAVE to return the puppy.
I have paid for all her vet bills and completely taken care of this dog for 3 years while her junkie owner was in and out of jail. It was going to be taken to a shelter had I not driven across the country to get her. Now her owner is out of jail and wants her back. Do I legally have to surrender... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2020
This is always a hard question, and the one I get the most often. Unfortunately, if she is the owner and she has never sold or gifted you the dog, she is still the owner and can ask for the dog back at any time. If you feel strongly about keeping the dog, I would recommend offering to buy the dog... View More
Around the end of May, my boyfriend’s sister brought a dog to live with us. We said the dog could stay for 2-3 days, but she told us it would be until she moves out without even asking us. She has only paid for 1 vet visit (that I paid part of) and the very beginning essentials. Since then, she... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2020
Vet records usually are not considered ownership documents in and of themselves. Purchase or adoption paperwork are #1; microchip or registration records are usually #2; then vet records at looked at. So, it's hard to answer your question. That said, since you know she is the original owner,... View More
Could I take them to a vet and get a health record? With them being found, they did not know anything about them. If taking to a vet will work, would it need to be in TN or would my AL vet work?
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