Houston, TX asked in Animal / Dog Law and Wrongful Death for Texas

Q: My front door neighbor dog got out and broke my fence and dragged my dog out. She eas immediately taken to the vet

We we're told that she had head trauma and multiple deep wounds... She had to be put down.. Is there anything i can do so our neighbors get rid of their dog we hava a 2year old kid who sometimes is in the backyard with the pups it could've easily been her. Help!

The cops said it didn't involve a human so they can't do anything.

1 Lawyer Answer
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
Answered

A: You have a trespass action; why not start with the dog warden or animal control?

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