Q: I need help with questions about a stolen pet cat..
I rescued this kitten little over 2 months ago and took it for his first vet visit. Before finding him, I had plans to go over seas for a month. So i made an agreement with my friend that I would be back in a month to get him back and pay for everything in the time being that they've done. Now they are saying they took my name off the medical records and went to a different vet. Saying the cat is no longer mine .. If I went to court and show that I have proof of his first vet visit under my name, do I have a higher chance to get my cat back.? Or can I go to the police and show em all the proof showing it's my cat without court and get him back?
A: Domestic animals are considered property. You could file a claim and delivery action. However, you really need to assess whether it's worth your time and effort. Even if you prevail, it would change the verdict you now should have that this friend is no friend of yours.
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