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I adopted a dog and was told she was updated with shots / vaccinations I asked about the spots on her skin was told they where tick/flea scars. I adopted her an was supposed to revive email to set her up to get spayed. After waiting days and tried to call shelter I decided to just take the dog to a... View More 
answered on Oct 13, 2017
Did you adopt from a municipal shelter (i.e. governmentally owned or operated or a non-profit that has a contract with the government to adopt out pets?) If so, it likely has governmental immunity and any lawsuit would be dismissed. In addition, most adoption contracts state the animal is adopted... View More
Took my dog to the vet they told me it was time to put it down
answered on Oct 13, 2017
No, you cannot. This would likely be felony animal cruelty. A licensed veterinarian has to euthanize the animal. If you cannot afford to do this, you need to relinquish to an animal shelter and they will likely make you pay a relinquishment fee and they will euthanize your dog.
The owner of the puppy is asking is for money to cremate that pup. Should we pay this before going to court
answered on Oct 13, 2017
Depending on what you were charged with, your dog could be facing a mandatory death sentence for causing the death of another animal. You need an experienced animal lawyer immediately.
I have two dogs that got out together one of my dogs bit and injured a small dog, I take full responsibility for her actions. This happened while I was out of town for the day. I already paid the vet bill. The problem is animal services took both of my dogs even though my friend was able to get my... View More
answered on Oct 13, 2017
You cannot successfully sue animal law enforcement for impounding your dogs to investigate charges that they are dangerous dogs. Such a suit will be dismissed under governmental immunity principles and you will likely owe the other party its attorney fees for bringing the action. There are... View More
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