Aurora, CO asked in Animal / Dog Law for Colorado

Q: A guy left his dogs with my friend. She then contacted him stating that she cannot keep them. He never responded.

She gave them away and now he wants them back. What should she do?

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2 Lawyer Answers

A: She should have a consultation with an experienced animal attorney, there is not enough information here to give any type of sound advise.

Kristina M. Bergsten
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A: He would likely have to sue the third party she gave the dogs to if he wants to recover them. He could also sue her for the value of the dogs, so she might want to be prepared for that.

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