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answered on Feb 19, 2023
If you have evidence that the animal care company is in possession of your dog, the first step is to contact them and request that they return your dog to you. If they refuse or fail to do so, you may need to take legal action.
You can file a lawsuit against the animal care company in small... View More 
My Co-worker & neighbors have been feeding 3 stray cats. The Church in the neighborhood is the only one that has a problem with it. They took the bowls and shelter we built for them...it was in a public parking lot. The Church said they called Animal Control and they said it's illegal. Is... View More
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answered on Feb 19, 2023
It is not illegal to feed feral or stray cats in Oakdale, California. However, it is important to note that feral and stray cats are not considered pets and are not protected by animal cruelty laws. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the cats are not causing a nuisance or a health hazard to... View More
I live in a gated house with more houses in the back of the house.
My dogs (3 total) are very territorial and will attack anyone they don’t know who is in the yard or passing by.
As my neighbor with her kids tries to enter to the gate, I proceed to tell her to wait outside the... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2022
You are responsible for your dogs. You cannot bar co-tenants from use of common property because your dogs are dangerous. You have an obligation to make your dogs not dangerous, or to remove them from the property. California is a strict liability state for dog bites. Get training and/or get... View More
Owner of the property rental we are currently renting from pretty much owns the world/area we live in out here so he feels very powerful.
With that being said, I feel he is evicting us from a place we haven’t even been in for a month yet. I have a mental disability which allows me to... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2022
Despite your short tenancy, landlords are required to give 30 days notice before filing an Unlawful Detainer (eviction) action unless you are violating a lease/rental agreement term other than non-payment of rent.
I suggest you contact Legal Aid to help you with paper work or hire a... View More
I think I should file a motion ordering the defendent to return property to its rightful owner. Would I need to file a partial summary judgement for ownership then continue civil litigation for damages for the second part
answered on Dec 2, 2022
It is unclear what you are trying to do here. It sounds like you have not filed a complaint yet since you state "can I get a motion heard in without filing a cause of action with the complaint in California." If you have not filed a Complaint, then you cannot file a motion with the Court.... View More
I bought the kitten for $750, from a person, claiming they were worked with a Cattery. I traveled to the location for the transaction, not at the Cattery. They gave me the wrong gender. Kittens at that age may be difficult to determine the gender without a thorough examination. They acknowledged... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2022
Sounds like a small claims action. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
He wants to see my paper for my dog and as well he wants me to keep my dog inside 24/7 but I have to let him out for the restroom . He gave me a contract to sign but I ain’t going to sign it saying things I have to obey with my dog . He said if I don’t show my registration of my dog he will... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2022
I'm not sure what your question is. Your landlord cannot discriminate against you if you have an emotional support dog or a service dog. You have not indicated that your dog qualifies.
Whether your landlord's "contract" is allowed may depend on the terms of your rental... View More
I stayed at this Motel 6 before on the homeless program and we were allow to have our pet.But they have made new rules and then Motel 6 has their rules.2 set of different rules for one Motel 6.Iam just wondering if this is legal .
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answered on Oct 4, 2022
If the pet is a service animal, they cannot discriminate and prohibit you from having the service animal. However, they can likely prohibit animals that are not service animals.
We live in a severe housing crisis area where local supply for housing is very scarce and extremely difficult to find. We had no other option but to accept the increase otherwise be homeless. Our original rent was supposed to be $3000 a month with a $6000 deposit. After learning of the service... View More
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answered on Oct 4, 2022
A landlord cannot charge you extra pet fees for a service animal. In addition, a landlord can only charge two months' worth of rent for a deposit, unless the house is furnished. Therefore, the charging of $9,000 or $8,000 would likely be illegal.
Hello, my neighbor's cat has been pooping on my property for years, they even litter on my outdoor furniture. I tried to talk to the neighbor but they refused to do anything about it and says that it might be a stray cat somewhere. So I decided to set a humane trap on my back yard. In the next... View More
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answered on Sep 23, 2022
A lot of these animal laws are local and specific. Generally, you should have the right to set the trap on your backyard if the cat is routinely trespassing on your property. You have a right to quiet use and enjoyment of your home. Look at the local codes on animal control in your jurisdiction;... View More
After posting my dog as found on a public website, the finder is ignoring my request to prove ownership,is that legal?
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answered on Sep 23, 2022
Contact the person who found your animal. Make sure that it is in fact your dog and make sure that the finder gives the dog back to you.
* dog holding on tightly
*Brother swang around blue toy before droping it
* i told parents but no one cares
answered on Sep 23, 2022
Not sure what's described here, so I can't say whether an attorney is needed. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]
We live in California and applied for a rental home in California. The application never asked if we have a service/emotional support animal. It only asked if we have any pets. We both answered no because our dog is an emotional support animal and have an ESA document from my fiancee's... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2022
You cannot be denied rental because of an ESA. However, you never informed the landlord that you had an ESA. As a result, the denial of rental is not because of an ESA.
We had nothing in writing just his verbal wishes
answered on Sep 14, 2022
If you jointly owned the animals, then you either still jointly own the animals with his Estate; or you continue to own your interest, and his interest passed to you upon his death.
We are the owners of a house in San Jacinto that we have bought for our totally disabled son and family. They hired (without our knowledge) a professional dog trainer from Temecula, who charged $400.00 for travel and evaluation for future training of the dog. After taking the dog outside, they... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2022
If your lack of insurance was because of financial challenges, you might have more than you can handle when hiring a Defense Lawyer. S/he will bill on an hourly rate and ask for, I suspect, a sizable retainer. Is that something you can handle?
The "Victim" has a lawyer on a... View More
Hired a dog trainer to work with aggressive dog - the dog bit her and now she is suing - and in her suit she does NOT disclose that she is a trainer
answered on Sep 6, 2022
If you have homeowners insurance, notify it of the claim. If you do not carry insurance, you will have to pay for an attorney out of pocket. An attorney who specializes in civil defense can handle your case. You might also consider bankruptcy if you don't have insurance.
was there with my dog. They boxed me in and last night animal control reached out to me because apparently they are claiming my dog bit them even though apparently there is only a minor injury and no penetration of skin. They told me she will probably be quarantined and I want to know what I can do... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2022
You and your dog are not victims. You are 100% responsible for your dog's behavior, whether it bit someone, or clawed someone, and regardless of whether the boys walked or SPRINTED past you. Boys walk, run, sprint and are boisterous in public and are entitled to act like teenagers without... View More
Due to the Craigslist's dog seller advertised the puppy was a teacup maltese and the parents were not more than 5lbs, i paid $3000 when i picked up the puppy when she was about 2 months old. But the puppy started to grow bigger, even when i took her to the vet to get her second shot vaccines,... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2022
Hard to say, but I'm sure you have options. Assuming you and the dog have bonded and love each other, I'd get a value for this one and assuming it is lower than $3,000.00 I'd demand the difference from the seller, if it were me.
So after the judge made his judgement. He said my ex had until the end of the month to return my dog. What happen is she doesn't return my dog or what steps can i take to enforce the judgement?
answered on May 20, 2022
If she does not return your dog, you may apply to the court for an order of contempt (i.e. that she did not comply with the court's order) and serve it on her. There will be additional legal penalties imposed on her for doing so.
Pet was visibly ran over by a car.
I have a few acers, and my dogs are usually out and about on my property.
An SDGE contractor came to our home to inspect and clear around any electric poles.
I could hear as they sped off but didn't think anything of it. I have... View More
answered on May 16, 2022
You should be able to make a claim with SDGE for personal property damage for your dog, and the driver and/or the company may also be liable for animal cruelty. If SDGE denies your claim, you may be able to sue for civil damages.
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