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my dog is usually kept inside and always on a chain. He seen the neighbors dog in our yard and took off after it.
My husband ran and tried to split them up. He done everything he could.
answered on Jan 19, 2023
Give it a few days and then contact the neighbor and see if what you can do to resolve the situation. Unfortunately, you are liable for the death of your neighbors dog.
answered on Jan 16, 2023
Contact you local bar association or legal aid society for a list of lawyers who can help you.
But they say that it's not my dog when the lady sent me the paperwork to show me that the dog was a court dog she sent me a dog picture of a terrier so I let her know that the Chihuahua is who I'm talking about and then she said she doesn't have it but I clearly see the photo what... View More 
answered on Jan 16, 2023
First, go to the shelter and make absolutely sure it is your dog. If so, take all the paperwork of proof of ownership to the shelter and show them. Pay any fees associated with her board while she’s been gone. If they won’t give you the dog, hire a lawyer and file suit.
In 2020 during the height of covid and the winter storm that year I was really evicted and had three cats at the time. I had a "friend" offer to house my cats and then a month later offered to let me move in with them as well. On Father's Day that year I was gone all day and when I... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2022
You can file a civil suit against the roommate and whomever else sold, damaged, destroyed or gave away your property.
I provided them with the documents they needed and their response was “You knew you was not allowed any pets.” I’ve completed a 12 month lease but they wanted to go month to month when it was up so now I’m month to month and they’re trying to evict me.
answered on Dec 8, 2022
You’ll need to check the specific leash laws and ordinances of Hopkins County to see what their remedies include for leash violations.
A male dog that roams free all the time, I cannot keep him out of my fence and I have brought this to their attention they still let him run free! What can I do?
answered on Dec 8, 2022
Check the specific leash laws for your county to determine what the remedies are for your situation.
He doesn't care for his dog like a dog owner should. He's left outside 24/7 in his own feces, fed 40 lb bag food, and when it's gone, he waits a few days and then dumps a new bag out. His dog escaped and asked neighbor to watch him for the weekend, and then 2 weeks later and has yet... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2022
Depends on numerous factors, such as length of sitter engagement, length past sitter engagement, viable explanation for delay, etc.
I have proof between messages with the owner and pictures of their dogs from phone pictures to my doorbell camera, as well as messages contacting the dog warden and local police. There is a criminal summons out for my neighbor and the cops said they cannot serve the warrant to her because of those... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2022
If they are dangerous or aggressive and they come on your property, the law permits you to shoot them. As for the carter County leash laws, you can find them at your library, animal control or possibly online.
answered on Nov 7, 2022
There is a criminal charge for cruelty to animals and you could talk to local law-enforcement about potential charges. I’ve never heard of that being charged when the attempt was unsuccessful but it is possible if you have a good proof. As far as a civil lawsuit you would have to consult a civil... View More
my dogs tore a hole in their chainlink fence and went to the neighbors and attacked and killed their dog, in return the neighbor shot and killed my dogs what are my consequences
answered on Nov 1, 2022
Probably not any consequences (other than any property damage costs) if your dog was killed.
The dogs bark all day and night can't even get the police to help lmas won't help I have made several requests for help what can I as a home owner do to get help we constantly have to listen to them barking and can't get any help
answered on Oct 26, 2022
You may have to file a civil suit against the neighbor in Circuit Court.
Me and my girlfriend separated and she moved out left her cat and has not provided me with money for the care of the cat for 6 months
He says my dog has stolen his cats food for the past 2 weeks and is just now telling me. Threaten my dogs in a message saying if he catches them over there again they won’t be around much longer.
answered on Oct 13, 2022
Yes. You are likely in violation of your local leash laws and ordinances regarding dog restraint.
answered on Sep 28, 2022
Depends on whether the dog has ever bitten anyone before. You should also warn the new owner if he has bitten before. If you disclose snd they still take the dog, you should be fine. Failing to disclose is where the trouble will come.
I was told that I would/could be held responsible, is this true. I have worked with a trainer for a month now and she is not getting any better. The trainer said the best thing to do would be to put her down. I want to avoid that at all cost.
I reported the dog as found with the shelter & posted all over social media. Took to vet & he doesn’t have tags or microchip. I want to go ahead & get him neutered & all of his shots. How long does the previous owner have to come forward? My daughter has fallen in love with the... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2022
If no one has claimed him within five (5) days and theres no other info is of ownership, you can consider him your dog. The sooner you get him chipped and vetted, the sooner you’ll be able to say he is your dog.
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