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My therapist was doing paperwork for one but the housing told me if I get an ESA I will get kicked out
answered on Oct 27, 2024
Dear Catskill CAP Housing Tenant
I do not know what the basic pet ownership rules are for your Housing. An ESA is not a service animal. NY State has certain anti discrimination rules relat
ing to ESA animal companions that are more expansive than the Federal Rules.
I... View More 
We always had a very good relationship with our son. We were the primary care taker of the family dog for 10 years while our son lived with us. Our son moved out and is living with a person who hates her parents. All of a sudden now our son hates us. We understand he does not have to see us but... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
If you are acknowledging your son is the legal owner and you do not wish to have permanent and sole possession of the dog, it would be difficult to convince a court to give you visitation rights. However, your burden would be to prove why it is in the dog's best interest for you to have... View More
My wife lives in Brooklyn and me in Sweden. 3 month ago she started to babysit a 5 month pitbull puppy from her neighbour, just a few days he said. He got evicted. So she helped, then he ghosted her and wife had to pay for all of the food, toys, vaccines and everything. We said just a few days. He... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
In New York, the situation you're describing with your wife's dog is both a legal and emotional matter. Since your wife has taken steps to legally adopt the dog, including registration and microchipping, she has established a claim of ownership.
Given that the original owner... View More
I called the precinct and they said that the cat was given away
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answered on Dec 1, 2023
Assuming your friend told the police that you were the owner and assuming that you can establish ownership, you would have to get a court order to force the police to reveal your cat’s location. You would then need to contact the person in possession to get it back. If they refuse, you would need... View More
It’s been a few weeks since the neighbor complained and I have been working to address it… I noticed my dogs bark when they see people walk by so when I am home I make sure they are under control and when I am gone I put them in a small quiet room with no windows and with toys… to try to keep... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
Dear Manlius Tenant:
The statutory warranty of habitability is confined to the tenant and landlord relationship. A neighbor does not possess the right to claim a breach by another tenant. Lawsuits based on the notion of private nuisance are expensive and difficult to establish. A court is... View More
It’s been a few weeks since the neighbor complained and I have been working to address it… I noticed my dogs bark when they see people walk by so when I am home I make sure they are under control and when I am gone I put them in a small quiet room with no windows and with toys… to try to keep... View More
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answered on Nov 13, 2023
In New York, dealing with a neighbor's complaint about dog barking can be a delicate situation. It's commendable that you're taking steps to control your dogs' barking. If your neighbor proceeds with a lawsuit, they would need to prove that the barking is excessive and... View More
We broke up 3 weeks ago. I have had the dog in my custody since. We both purchased the dog together a year ago.
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answered on Jul 5, 2023
You and your ex-partner should consider negotiating and reaching a mutually agreeable arrangement. Discuss factors such as the dog's best interests, living arrangements, visitation schedules, and financial responsibilities. It is recommended to document the agreement in writing and have both... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2023
Dear Olean Tenant:
A single dog attack is a crime. Repeated attacks are a crime wave. Did you call the police? Did you inform your landlord?
The Statutory Warranty of Habitability is not invoked before the tenant notifies the landlord of the dangerous, defective, and hazardous... View More
What legal action can I take on her behalf?
answered on Mar 20, 2023
Sorry to hear what happened to your mother. Whether your mom might have a viable case will depend on whether the dog's actions were foreseeable such that they could have been prevented. In New York, dog owners are strictly liable for harm caused by their dogs if they knew or should have... View More
Dog purchase
answered on Jan 24, 2023
The business litigation attorneys here could offer the best analysis, but you await a response for two weeks. The short answer is that a contract signed by only one person could be enforceable. Some contracts could be in the form of a one-sided purchase agreement. If there's a significant... View More
The dog I am interested in is a Cavapoo hypoallergenic and how not entered the property. They are denying because I mentioned the puppy is also going to be a PSD in training but the puppy will be an ESA first.
answered on Jan 11, 2023
You can't really dispute the known fact that a Cavapoo puppy will have accidents, one because it is small and has a small bladder and two when training needs to be walked a lot.
"...Toilet training a Cavapoo, can sometimes be a challenge, although smart dogs, they also have quite... View More
1. I live in upstate NY, Saratoga county.
2. The pets involved are two cats and one dog
3. I have vet records, a dog license, dog tag, veterinary invoices, and pet prescriptions all reflecting my name and paid in full by myself
4. Ownership was transferred over to myself at... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Dear Clifton Park Resident:
The animals sound neglected and in danger from your mother's lack of care. How did the dogs and cats end up back in your mother's house after you had the animals at the Vet? If you wanted to involve the police what held you back? If you want to report... View More
A nd rabies shot. Second dog was given away by dog catcher. When I first asked dog catcher what about the pup, she told me she knew nothing about her. I searched days in the woods and swamp for my dog. I called her back and she still claimed she knew nothing. After picking up other dog from dog... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Sorry about the loss of your dogs. You described an aberrant situation that is not typical of the local laws and codes relating to a New York State-authorized local animal control officer.
You offered no information about where this occurred and so made it impossible to look up your local... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2022
I would need more information to answer this question. Does this letter prescribe an emotional support animal? Is your regular doctor a mental health professional? I assume your residence has a no pets policy. If that is the case, there are limited situations where a landlord may refuse to... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2022
Dear New York Tenant:
Technically, there is no special entitlement for a tenant to have a pet dog where the lease prohibits pets without the landlord's permission. But, ANY tenant is entitled to own and keep a service dog (a dog specially trained for particular services to assist in... View More
My dogs contracted parvovirus no veterinarian in nyc would help me unless i had funds which i dont. i had to surrender the puppies to ACC (Animal control center) they had me sign surrender form and told me that i cant get them back because im surrendering them. which i get but these are my... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2022
By surrendering them, you have no further legal claim. If they are being re-homed, you can apply to adopt them. However, your inability to provide for their medical needs in the past will likely be taken into account.
MY dog was bitten by tick, I have all the evidence and he won't allow me to take the dog to see the vet.
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
It sounds like you're in a difficult situation. If someone is refusing to return your dog, you may need to start by documenting everything, including text messages, emails, or any other communication you've had with the person caring for your dog. The evidence that shows your dog was... View More
My mom just bought a condo for $420,000. She has a ESA dog (letter to verify) but the condo sent her a letter saying in order for the dog to live there she needs to take out a $1,000,000 liability homeowners policy if she wants the dog to be allowed. Is this legal? She already have a regular... View More
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
It is not legal to require additional insurance in exchange for providing a reasonable accommodation to a person with a disability.
I got my dog from my aunt and uncle. He's my responsibility from training to vet visits, so on and so forth. My sister doesn't think I'm doing enough to train him, and has made it a point that she wants to get rid of him. We both live in my parents' house, and we both pay to... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2023
Before turning this into a legal case, speak to your parents, who I am sure will resolve this in little time.
I need to know if I can legally fight to keep the dog.i have the paperwork in my name and my moms payment for dog.My ex wouldn’t allow me to stay at our home for a year so I didn’t get to see the dog much but I want her in the divorce
answered on Dec 23, 2022
Dear Ronkonkoma Dog Owner:
Ask your divorce attorney to secure the possession and custody of the dog for you in the divorce court.
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