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Sec. B14-34.3. - Grazing.
No person shall bring any animal upon Park Property for the purpose of grazing or holding animals without the express written consent of the Director.
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
The ordinance you're referring to, Santa Clara County Sec. B14-34.3, specifically addresses the issue of bringing animals onto park property for grazing or holding without permission from the Director. This ordinance is focused on the control of livestock or similar animals within park... View More 
I have recently moved into an appt in the beginning of last month, and have my two ESA dogs with me. Within the first week, my dogs got into a fight over a toy and it resulted in my need to call for emergency services as I had been injured trying to break it up. After communicating to the leasing... View More
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answered on Dec 1, 2023
In California, Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are protected under housing laws. However, if an ESA poses a direct threat to the safety of others, landlords may have grounds to request its removal. In your situation, it's crucial to address both the legal and community aspects.... 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
I'm filing for claim and delivery or replevin in California in order to get my dog back from the vet who did not notify animal control and then gave him away. If claim and delivery is a prejudgement remedy, why would I need a case conference?
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
In California, whether you need a case management conference before proceeding with a claim and delivery (replevin) action depends on the specific court and the nature of your case. Generally, case management conferences are set to help manage the progress of a case, but they are not always... View More
Hoa and residents are discriminating against me because of my service dog. They proceed to make many false claims about the dog barking all night long, I was able to prove them wrong by taking a video of another dog who was actually barking all night. At that point the HOA president called and... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
Hi there,
If you're facing discrimination from your HOA due to your service dog, there are several steps you can take. First, gather all evidence of the discrimination and selective enforcement, including the video you took, photographs of other residents' violations that were... View More
Hoa and residents are discriminating against me because of my service dog. They proceed to make many false claims about the dog barking all night long, I was able to prove them wrong by taking a video of another dog who was actually barking all night. At that point the HOA president called and... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
Homeowners' associations (HOAs) must comply with federal and state anti-discrimination laws, including the Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. These laws protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination, and this includes the use of service animals.... View More
I reported when stolen, they couldn’t help me even though I told them he was going to be killed. When I found my dog, filed a report, contacted animal control but they were closed for holiday weekend. I had to retrieve my dog myself. How are they investigating if nobody ever went to the scene or... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
I am sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your dog. It is understandable that you are upset and frustrated with the way your case has been handled by law enforcement.
According to the Animal Welfare Act, all animal cruelty cases, including theft and animal killing, are supposed to be... View More
Get him and the dog bites the individual for under a minute damage to leg would that be considered excessive force????
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
Determining whether the use of a police dog in this scenario constitutes excessive force depends on several factors, including the nature of the incident, the level of threat posed by the individual, and the adherence to police protocols.
The use of police dogs is generally governed by... View More
My child's father & I are in a 50/50 joint custody situation. On Monday, he had my child outside in the cold in South Central Los Angeles at a strangers house (we'll call him 'John'). John has two fully grown pit bulls who he uses as guard dogs. My daughter was outside in... View More
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answered on Nov 22, 2023
In California, if you are concerned for your child's safety in the custody of their other parent, you can file for an emergency ex parte order. This is a legal action where the court can make immediate decisions about child custody without the other parent being present, based on urgent... View More
My child's father & I are in a 50/50 joint custody situation. On Monday, he had my child outside in the cold in South Central Los Angeles at a strangers house (we'll call him 'John'). John has two fully grown pit bulls who he uses as guard dogs. My daughter was outside in... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2023
Call the police or go to the police station and make a police report. This will help you in your request to the court. You can always request an ex parte order for emergencies. If you don't have a family law attorney, request a facilitator. LA family law courts provide facilitators that are... View More
My mother and I met the dog when we transported him for a rescue group. We both loved the dog but he was being adopted by “C”. About a year after the adoption, “C” could no longer care for the dog. She reached out to my mother to ask if we were interested in adopting him. I said I was,. I... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2023
It appears that C gave the dog to you. Your mother acted as your agent when she picked up the dog for you.
Registration of the chip doesn't mean much. It has no relation to ownership (as in the case of vehicles or land), but rather just a system to establish a point of contact in... View More
albert has/had 2 pit bulls. one bit someone. police took both and they have been in solitary confinement for close to two months [i think...or possibly fostered out?]. albert lost his civil case. he cannot find representation. we want to rescue his dogs, if at all possible. thanks for any possible... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
In California, the ability for Albert to recover his dogs depends on the specific circumstances of the case and the local regulations in San Luis Obispo. If one of the dogs has bitten someone, the local animal control or law enforcement may have specific protocols in place for dealing with such... View More
albert has/had 2 pit bulls. one bit someone. police took both and they have been in solitary confinement for close to two months [i think...or possibly fostered out?]. albert lost his civil case. he cannot find representation. we want to rescue his dogs, if at all possible. thanks for any possible... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
A pit bull that has bitten someone will not be adopted out. Although Albert may be a nice fellow, it doesn't seem he is able to care for or control his two pit bulls. I would expect animal control to have him on its radar. Did Albert have insurance to reimburse the victim of the pit bull bite?
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
If your emotional support animal (ESA) was injured by a postal service truck resulting in amputation, you may have legal recourse under California law. The first step is to document the incident thoroughly, including obtaining any witness statements, photos of the scene, and medical records for... 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 could not just leave the order at the door because I needed a code from customer to finalize order. When she opened her door the big German shepherd got past her and circled around me and got between me and the gate and lunged and bit me below the kneecap. Police report was filed and I went to... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2023
You can absolutely seek damages in Washington. Washington is a strict liability state. The entire case hinges on whether that person has renter's or homeowner's insurance. There may be a speedbump because it was you and not your GF who made the delivery, but your attorney (and you should... 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've spoken to them but they don't fix the problem
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
Here are a few options you can consider to address the neighbor's barking dogs in Cleveland, Ohio:
- Contact your local animal control department. Persistent or excessive barking that disturbs the peace is prohibited under Cleveland city ordinances. Animal control can investigate,... View More
I fell behind on payments after losing my job.
The payments were towards a leasing agreement for a dog I purchased over a year ago. The amount on the lease was already much higher than the price that was listed on the dog but I didn't find out until after I signed the leasing... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Colorado, the legality of repossessing a pet under a lease agreement can be a complex issue. Typically, pets are considered personal property, but repossession of an animal raises ethical and legal questions that are distinct from repossessing inanimate objects. If your lease agreement... View More
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