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We live out in the country and have seen racoons, opossum, deer, foxes, bob cats, coyotes, stray dogs, ect. around the area. Supposedly one of my dogs got out of our fenced in yard and jumped in our neighbors pool damaging the pool cover and the pool. They have not presented any evidence that it... View More 
answered on Nov 8, 2024
In Kentucky, any owner whose dog is found to have caused damage to a person, livestock, or other property shall be responsible for that damage. See KRS 258.235.
I recommend that you give your homeowners insurance carrier notice of the potential loss. I would also give your neighbor your... View More
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answered on Nov 16, 2023
In this case, your neighbor was riding an unlicensed dirt bike on a county road, which is illegal. This means that he was trespassing on your property and was responsible for any injuries he caused.
However, there are some exceptions to this rule. For example, if you knew or should have... View More
I have rights to have animales
answered on Oct 5, 2024
First, you should get the charges against you dismissed. Then you should sue the cops, the neighbors and anyone else who involved themselves into your business.
answered on Sep 8, 2024
You will likely have to sue your neighbor for the damages and injuries.
A set of professional handlers added up some outrages fees. I do not have a signed contract with them. I have been paying incrementally and supplying all her food and medication. The dog is chipped and registered to me. The handlers live in KY and I live in VA. They took her from the Westminster... View More
answered on May 19, 2024
Yes. Obviously there was an oral contract to do something bc they have the dog. You will either have to pay them or hire a lawyer and litigate the return of the dog.
answered on May 15, 2024
Generally, five (5) days but it can vary from ordinance to ordinance and county to county.
His father was out on the streets and didn't attempt to come and get the dog or even help me take care of it they didn't even vaccinated they didn't give a rabies shot I did all that plus treat some food what do I need to do she is my she's registered as my ESA dog now I'm... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
They abandoned the dog. Have her microchipped and registered to you. Keep all your vet records where you pay for the dog.
I am wheelchair bound diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I was prescribed a emotional support animal. The landlord at the apartments I live in first said I had to pay $250 when I showed them proof my animal was for emotional support they then told me there was now a no pet policy and I would... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2024
You should be able to keep the animal but you will likely have to pay pursuant to the terms of your lease.
My friend is very ill and asked me to take her dog. I have a farm and love dogs so she knew he would be well taken care of. I got his microchip registered and took him to the vet. The place she adopted it from is now contacting me saying it's their dog and she signed a contract, like we all do... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
What you describe is a standard term in animal adoption contracts. Why don’t you contact the shelter and see if you can work something out with them? They might be willing to accept your application and let you keep the dog.
I always tie him down to one of my bed corner with a leash. As far I know there's no law in Louisville ky that prohibit that. But was recently warned that it could consider animal cruelty. Is that true?
answered on Dec 13, 2023
It could be construed as animal cruelty by some groups. Better practice would be to secure a crate in one corner of the bed and let him ride in the crate.
Someone is trying to rehome a lost dog and was told it's illegal to rehome a lost dog. So we're checking to see if this is true.
answered on Nov 28, 2023
It is not illegal unless they know the identity of the owner.
I live in an apartment and there is a noise ordinance about dogs barking excessively however no one with the authority to address this issue will respond. Property mgr will not deal with it and local police dept will not come out when I call to make a complaint. This is violating my rights as well... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2023
Unfortunately, history tells us your best option is to just move to avoid the frustrations of nothing being done.
Off chain is bad thing or what but we do live in camper right now
answered on Nov 21, 2023
Each county has certain leash laws and animal control regulations a citizen must follow. Most times the dogs are required to be secured as well as hamming food water and shelter. As long as you meet these basic requirements, you should not have any problem.
What do I or my landlord need to do in accordance of the law?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
In Kentucky, when a neighbor has been arrested, and their pet is left unattended for an extended period, it's important to address the welfare of the animal while respecting the law. Contact your local animal control for assistance, and notify your landlord if you rent the property. Check... View More
answered on Sep 16, 2023
No. They are not yours. Leash law has nothing to do with it.
My dog went missing and three days ago I found out my neighbor has my dog. I have videos and pictures to prove it belongs to me. Can I get my dog back by showing them this.
A Neighbor down and across the street had a broken invisible fence and knew it was broken. He continued to let his dog out anyway and multiple neighbors including myself, my wife, and my 8 yr old son had returned him to his house over a couple month period. I did leave my privacy gate open by... View More
What do I need from the person who’s willing to take the dog, and so I can tell the animal control that I don’t have the dog anymore and ask them to cancel the ticket fee.
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