Q: A Lady didn't want her dog anymore gave it to me i got him chipped and vaccinated now she's threatening to take him
she had him abandoned many people were complaining about how no one was taking care of him and she ended up giving him to me because she was looking for a new home for him. She never got him vaccinated or chipped she got him from a breeder and payed 2000 for him, I started taking care of him and she wanted to get rid of him so i kept him now she's threatening to take him away and I'm scared that she's going to take him away when I am not home. He is chipped under my name and i have updated vaccinations, that she never did because she doesn't believe in them. what can I do!
A:
Your question says she gave the dog to you, but your description indicates that you simply started taking care of it. A completed gift cannot be revoked. However, taking care of someone else's property doesn't make you the owner. Her being a bad owner doesn't make you the owner. Decide what your story is and stick to it.
BTW, your question indicates that you are in WA, while it was posted in the CA forum. If this is a WA problem, consult with WA attorneys.
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