Both of these facts point to different people as the owner of the dog. If one of you goes to court to have the dog declared as theirs, the one suing has the burden of proof. Under usual rules, if it is so evenly divided that it is 50-50, the defendant wins because the Plaintiff has the burden of... View More

If the cat belongs to your aunt, the answer is yes, she can take the cat to the pound. If the cat belongs to you, no she can't. A cat is considered personal property. If someone takes your personal property without your consent the remedy is to go to Small Claims Court asking the judge to... View More

The ESA issue is not an indication of ownership. Whoever’s name is on the adoption paperwork and/or paid for the dog is what determines ownership.

If the cops won’t help you get your dog back, then you’ll have to sue in replevin one your local courthouse. I would recommend talking to an attorney in your area to help you with filing the lawsuit.

It usually depends on whose name is on the purchase/adoption contract. If you both appear, you might have a claim to the dog. If you don't both appear, then you likely have no claim. Most courts don't recognize shared custody. But if you had an agreement to share the dog after the breakup... View More

Most likely, no, he can not take the dog away from you. Dogs are property, not children, so he has no right to the dog, even if he paid bills, etc. If you're the owner listed on the adoption/purchase paperwork, and not him (jointly or individually), then he would not win against you in court.... View More

If only Republicans and Democrats could get along as well as dogs and cats, we could be happier. No, your roommate cannot legally "shoot" your dog for chasing your cat because discharging a firearm is a crime. I doubt that any "officer" told him it was OK. Of course, people... View More

This is really not a legal question. The dog was a gift and now the donor will not assist you in getting the chip information changed. Perhaps you should take the dog back to them and tell them it is theirs and they can pay for it now, give them a bill for all the food and care expenses. Have a... View More

Very sorry about this situation. I am a cat owner and I can tell you they are pretty independent creatures and won't listen to or obey anything they are told. The probability of getting them to stop is pretty small, even if you speak CAT. However, this does not mean that you are required to... View More

You may have "grounds" for suing your neighbor over stealing your dog, but you may have problems with proving that she stole the dog under the facts you posted. Since you admit the dog got out itself, how do you expect to prove that the neighbor has the dog when the Police could not find... View More

Yes, but in Small Claims the point is usually money. The jurisdiction to issue Orders to return the dog (injunctions) is coupled with awarding damages (money). A wise Texas judge said: "You can sue a ham sandwich." The question is not whether you can file a suit, but whether you can... View More

Intentionally providing false information to a law enforcement officer is illegal.

Your dog is property, the same as a table, car or Fridge. If someone stole your car, what would you do? You would go to the police and file a report and ask for police assistance to recover your stolen property. You can also file a small claims action to recover damages from stealing your dog... View More

This question is really missing some information. Did you ask sister to get dog because you could not keep it? How long did you give her to get it? Did you tell her you were going to give it to someone else? Why didn't you just give it to the pound as an abandoned dog? (because you did not... View More

Call Animal Control again.

Law enforcement probably won't get involved as dog ownership is frequently hazy. Vet records, chip registration, are indicia of ownership, but s/he will probably be able to point to other indicia that suggest perhaps joint ownership.

You can sue in Small Claims court for return of... View More

You cue her in Small Claims court for return of the dog or for its fair market value. You can also request damages for "loss of use". Loss of use is calculated by referencing the rental value of

similar property which the plaintiff can hire for use during the period when he is... View More

Depends on whether you can see the backyard. If the public can view it, or you can view it from your property, you can take a picture.

You are not allowed to give somebody's property to another person. The Bradshaw Center's website contains the following:

"I LOST MY PET / FOUND A STRAY PET:

Although it’s not ideal or popular, at this time we’re asking the public to leave found animals in place,... View More

Ordinarily, you aren't entitled to any pups. The owner of the female gets them all. However, if you had an agreement, even verbal, it is enforceable. You can sue in Small Claims court to enforce the agreement, or for the monetary value of the 4 pups. If you have text messages or emails,... View More