Anaheim, CA asked in Animal / Dog Law for California

Q: My neighbors have my guinea pig and are refusing / lying about having him. What can I do about it ?

My guinea pig was in my backyard and wondered into my neighbor’s back yard once we asked them about my guinea pig they lied about having him... When my brother saw them w my guinea pig i’m extremely worried about my guinea pig because they weren’t properly taking care of him...Please help

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William John Light
William John Light
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  • Animal & Dog Law Lawyer
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Call the police and report him stolen. Ask for it back or for its value, in writing. Sue whomever has it now in Small Claims for the value of the animal or its return.

If you sue, bring all evidence that the animal is yours, along with some kind of proof of value (receipts, offers for sale of similar animals, etc.).

Plaintiff’s Claim and ORDER to Go to Small Claims Court; Form SC-100 (Lawsuit for monetary damages)

Request for Court Order and Answer; Form SC-105 (Request for Return of Property, filed with SC-100)

Order on Request for Court Order; Form SC-105A

Proof of Service; Form SC-104

courts.ca.gov/forms.htm?filter=SC

No guaranties that these are the appropriate forms or that a Small Claims Judge will rule in your favor.

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