Q: My boyfriend gifted me a dog, we broke up and took the dog back from me, how do I get him back legally?
I moved from my house where the dog was staying a couple Months ago, and therefore he was staying with my boyfriend for a couple
Months. Me and my ex boyfriend got in a argument now he refuses to give him back. How can I get my dog back legally ?
A: I noticed you are in NJ. I’m not sure where the dog is but generally you will need to bring an action to recover the dog in the jurisdiction where it is located. Since most states (including NY) treat pets as property, you will need to prove ownership. Is the dog licensed to you? Do you have vet records indicating you as owner? Do you have a bill of sale in your name? Is there something you can show to prove that you took responsibility for your dog? If you do, you can sue your boyfriend in court.
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