I suppose she could try to report it as a theft of the dog, but it sounds like you have a pretty good defense if she really is on video consenting to you taking the dog.

No, that would be animal cruelty/abuse. But, keep your dog fenced in or tethered whenever he's outside to make sure he stays safe since your neighbor is crazy. Report this to animal control or your local law enforcement.

Most likely, no. But I’ve seen police press charges in situations like this.

'Poor dog. Anyone could sue and there's no controlling or predicting whether someone would. What you describe sounds like a reasonable basis for a defense or counterclaim. Your question remains open for three weeks. Try contacting one of the attorneys in the Animal/Dog law section and see... View More

It makes sense if you are obligated to pay the medical bills as a result of a divorce or a custody agreement. But I don’t know why you wouldn’t have received the bill earlier. It’s obviously a different situation if there isn’t such an agreement.

Not without legal risk. As lawyers we consider how the law may apply to hypothetical facts (1) in the past; and (2) in the future. When the case is being litigated in court, it's almost always about the past. Past facts can't be changed, though we may have problems of proof. On the... View More

I doubt that Minnesota has a kidnapping law related to animals or pets. It could be considered conversion of chattels.

Yes. It is something that can be reported to law enforcement. It is animal cruelty.

Sure; in America anyone can sue anybody for anything at any time (even without a lawyer in small claims court). Winning the lawsuit is another matter. Save all your receipts, text messages, emails and all other documents.

This is a very fact-specific question. Accordingly, it would depend on what happened. Can they be in trouble for discharging the firearm in city limits? Can they justify their actions? Can they show they were coming to the aid of the other dog? Frankly, the "right" answer is going to... View More

Most likely, but you need to talk with an attorney as soon as possible to go over the specific facts of the unfortunate attack.

Who/what starts disappearing? Your question does not seem to be complete. If somebody has stolen your animals, call the police or bring a claim in conciliation (small claims) court.

If they are on the property with your permission you are. If not you may not be. However I assume that if you have property you have homeowners and you must report it to them.

The police will not intervene in this matter. You need an attorney and/or to seek relief through conciliation court.

No. The dog is their property.

Talk with a lawyer about bringing a lawsuit under the "running at large" statute

There is no such thing as a custody hearing for a dog because dogs are property, not people. However, if you are going to small claims court over the ownership of a dog or the dog is being awarded as property subject to a divorce proceeding, then I would suggest bringing any receipts, registration... View More

No. Humane societies are not covered under the 325F.79 definition of pet dealers.

Without knowing more information, it is likely that you are bound to the terms set forth by the trailer court. There may be an exception if you owned the dog (and lived in the trailer court) prior to the time the trailer court imposed the no dogs rule.

each person should contact their insurance. Odd that a chain would "break." Whoever's chain it was should keep it as that may be someone to be added to the case. Each person is responsible for keeping their dogs under control. Let the insurance company handle it is the next step.