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I have a dog that got lost from my backyard. He had his collar on with tags and somehow found it on the road. Later, I went to get him from the shelter before 24 hours. They allowed me to take him home. Later they called me and told me he needs to get neutered and get his shots updated or they’ll... View More 
Her dog got loose and lost his collar that had his home information. The shelter ended up taking him in and he had gotten surgery on his leg due to a car hitting him. He’s not dangerous and is a good dog. She didn’t sign any paperwork and told them she’s not getting him neutered. Does she... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2018
Yes, by virtue of the fact that he was loose (regardless of how that happened). She will have to pay for the surgery and the neutering if she wants him back.
We don't have papers for her because she was a stray before I claimed her. She is demanding $2000 and the original reward was &25.
answered on Nov 29, 2018
Pay her, get the dog back, then take your dog and have her microchipped and registered so this does not happen again.
The dogs had clearly been neglected for months before the medical incident. We have some photos and did call Metro Servies so the neglect was reported. The police were not called as far as I know.
attacks now whenever I see someone walking their dog. Can I sue the attacking dog's owner for emotional distress?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
You should probably be able to yes as long as you have scientific proof of your suffering, damages. Also as of 2013, KY is no longer strictly an impact state. Osborne v. Keeny. This information is not intended as legal advice.
I had to give the dog up for VARIOUS reasons. The rescue wants to do a wellfair check on him or get him back but I can’t get in touch with the people who have him or my sister (who knows the people). They are threatening me with filing a missing report on him. And other legal action. What can I... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2018
They can sue you for breach of contract and obtain a judgment against you. You should get the dog and turn it over to the rescued.
I live in Kentucky where I lived with my dog for 11 years. 2 days ago i got home and my dog ran out, right after he ran out i sent my daughter to get my dog. My daughter came back telling me the neighbors told her my dog was attacked by another dog. Because i have a 3 month baby I was unable to go... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2018
You need to sue you neighbor for “killing” your dog. That will get you the answers you seek.
They have like 5 dogs it is hard to dodge all the feces ..
answered on Oct 28, 2018
Yes. And a health hazard. Call Animal Control and the Health Department.
A woman gave me a dog who I have taken to the vet, been caring for for 3 days, and provided for. The dog was given to her by the oringal owners. Now the original owners want the dog back. If they gave it to the woman who gave it to me, do I have to give it back?
answered on Oct 25, 2018
You can file a criminal complaint for nuisance. They are entitled to use their property too, but they can’t be out at all hours of the night barking and bothering everyone. They need to take the dogs in for good in the early evening.
answered on Oct 24, 2018
No. Not if they were committing a crime while entering your house. Good for your dog.
answered on Oct 17, 2018
Dog owners in Kentucky have strict liability for their animals. The other owner is liable for payment forthe injuries and treatment to your dog.
This dog’s home in the neighborhood behind ours and he has no identification tags. We found out where he lives through social media and we were told that the owners allow him to wander. They have no fence on their yard. We have returned this dog to his home at least 5 times within 2 weeks time... View More
They qt him, he had all his shots, they gave him his shots again without asking me anything. Now charging me 130.00 dollars. What's my rights? Where is the proof?
My wife's brother in law sold me his 6 month old puppy because he could not take care of it. His ex girlfriend at the time of the purchase, is registered as his owner at his veterinarian clinic because he is under age and could not sign for him, and now they are back together and she wants... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2018
Switch veterinarians. Vet records don’t resolve disputed ownership and the new vet won’t know about the disputed. You have the dog and possession is 9/10 of the law.
answered on Sep 13, 2018
There is no set number and it varies city to city by ordinance. Different ordinances allow different numbers.
answered on Sep 4, 2018
Yes, if he actually bit someone, whether they notified you or not.
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