Erlanger, KY asked in Animal / Dog Law for Kentucky

Q: I've had stray kitten for 6 months. Neighbors say it's his, do I have to give her to him? More info below

I found a stray kitten in the woods 6 months ago, I've had her since. My neighbor saw her in the window and said the cat is his, the cat was in bad condition when I found her. Can he or the police make me give th cat to him if I've had her for 6mos? There isn't any proof that the kitten was his and he's left threatening notes on my door.

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Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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  • Animal & Dog Law Lawyer
  • Louisville, KY
  • Licensed in Kentucky

A: No. Unless he has vet records or some other indices of ownership.... the cat belongs to you. Possession is 9/10 of the law.

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