My dog was attacking another dog at a dog park and the owner got bit in the process. A police report was filed. An ambulance came and took her to the ER. She got the ER bill. I paid for it and we signed a general release form specifying the amount that was to be paid (the ER bill). It was... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2021
Anyone can sue anyone if they pay the fee. Thus, the question is do you have a defense. It depends on what the form says. Assuming it is a true general release form, you should have a complete defense.
She agree to give me back the dog now and days went by and now she doesn't and say it was mistreated it wasn't he had lots of hair he is healthy I have papers for the dog I need help
answered on Dec 20, 2020
You may need to litigate. It is an action for replevin. I do not recommend doing this yourself.
I have owned my dog for years way before we ever dated do I hhave to go to court for her
answered on Dec 15, 2020
If you ex is keeping your dog from you, you will have to bring an action to recover the dog.
I am in NY. I was at a dog park alone with my medium mixed rescue dog and he was triggered by a puppy coming in. While we (the puppy’s owner and I) tried to break up the two, my dog bit the lady’s leg. We separated the dogs and an ambulance came while I waited. A Police report was filed. I... View More
answered on Oct 21, 2020
I suggest you have her sign a General Release and agree to pay any medical bills not covered by her insurance.
We are fostering a special needs cat from a veterinary clinic which was also my fiancé’s employer. The Foster agreement was meant to lead into an adoption. However due to circumstances that were unavoidable she resigned her position. Now there is conflict with clinic which might lead to them... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2020
Most fostering agreements do not contain provisions for ownership. Any legal rights that you may potentially have will be contained in the fostering agreement or through written or oral statements made by the employer.
He dug out under the fenced in area. Her cats roam freely but this happened on her property. I wasn't home so I don't know if that's true. I live in NY upstate
answered on Oct 5, 2020
Probably not. It depends on your local animal codes though. Generally speaking, a code will allow several incidents before euthanasia. Your dog may be labelled a "dangerous dog" though.
Honestly thought I was having the dog ditched on me but I have absolutely fallen in love with this animal. I have had her spade and microchipped and have paid for food, treats, baths, etc for the past three years. At what point can I claim this as my dog?
answered on Sep 18, 2020
This is something on which one of the an animal law attorneys could advise best. But you await a response for four weeks. It sounds like a difficult situation. On one hand, it sounds like your position is that you could be seen as the dog's owner, in all but name and legal formality. On the... View More
My grandfather accidentally hit someone's dog the other day, and left the scene (which he's already been ticketed for), and the dog didn't make it. The dog's owners tried getting him to pay the vet bill for the services the dog recieved before passing. Does my grandfather have... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2020
He should speak with his car insurance company. However, I believe that he is liable from what you have said.
I licensed him under my name and I’m trying to find somewhere to microchip him under my name as well. My mom has paid all his vet bills because I didn’t have a way to but I have a job now and a way to pay for his medical needs when it comes to that time. I just want to know if there’s... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2020
Dogs are supposed to be licensed in New York State. That can be used as further proof of ownership. You will only need to prove ownership if the issue is litigated.
I owned a 25-pound poodle so there was no shed, no damage to the building, only slight barking from people passing in the building. There was never a problem with the dog before but now that he's passed and I took the time to grieve about it for a few weeks. I'd like a new poodle no... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2020
Does the building have a no pets policy? Is it in your lease agreement? If it is not contained in written form they can’t just say no.
The dogs were there since this Feb. Daughter in a family shelter. My grnd-dautr was taking 1 dog to start college Mon.
answered on Aug 15, 2020
If your daughter is the legal owner, she can call the police to make a report. The police may or may not be helpful. If they are not, she may have to bring an action in court to recover them.
I recently purchased a dog with my money and my name on the microchip but my friend fill out the paperwork while I stepped away for a moment, without realizing that she put her name on the paperwork.
answered on Aug 15, 2020
I’m not sure what paperwork you referring to. If she is listed as the purchaser on the bill of sale then she will be able to claim ownership. If you’re concerned, you can sign an agreement with her establishing you as the owner.
Is that legal? It’s like they’re harassing us. The dog is very mellow and wouldn’t hurt a fly.
answered on Aug 10, 2020
Is the company refusing to renew your homeowners policy? If so, you may have recourse.
She didn't ask if the dog could stay nothing. Just came home to her dog and everything else she owned gone. She's been over since and never says a word about the dog. I pay for food medicine everything for 9 months. She came over and while I was busy with the kids she took the dog. Now I... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2020
You would have to sue her for ownership rights to be recognized. You can claim she abandoned the dog. However, unless she said or did anything that clearly expressed her wish to abandon, it will be an uphill battle. If you want to recover what you spent, you can sue her to be reimbursed for the... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2020
If the hobby breeder sells 10 or more dogs or cats a year they are subject to the pet lemon law.
Breeder insisted the dog was fine, but 2 Veternarian's both had the same diagnosis. Is the breeder liable to pay? I kept the puppy and it had surgery. It states that under NYS law, a "dealer" is held to the Pet Lemon Law, which states that reimbursement is an option for the... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2020
If the particular congenital defect was not disclosed but was discoverable, it sounds like it would fall under the Lemon Law.
The neighbor left for Texas for 5 months. I took her to my house because her other cat is very aggressive to the one I care for. Now she is bringing 2 ither cats to the house when she comes home. Can I sue or petition to keep her?
answered on Jul 17, 2020
Generally, no. Unless the original agrees and gives you the cat or you buy The cat. Under either scenario, make sure you get the transfer of ownership in WRITING.
Me and my husband were homeless a year and a half ago and in the process of going to a shelter. We asked my husbands aunt to keep an eye on our dog until we got back on our feet. She agreed. And then she gave our dog away without informing us. She didn’t inform us until we showed up there and my... View More
answered on Jul 14, 2020
You can possibly sue this person in replevin. I would talk to an animal attorney in NY, though, because in CO, once the dog is given to a good faith third party purchaser, the law protects that person and it is almost impossible to get the dog back.
A lady who filed it accused my friend of having her dog threatened her while walking pass my friend’s property with no fence. The dog is friendly and well behave. She also does not remember interacting with the accuser or anyone. So we are not sure here if we need a lawyer
answered on Jul 14, 2020
I would highly recommend she get a lawyer when going to court. The consequences to your friend and her dog could be serious, so it's always best to speak to a lawyer to go over defenses and consequences prior to going to court.
It was a puppy that had fleas and worms in bald spots. It seemed neglected. Waited a few days and got no contact. It has been vaccinated and was rehomed. Before post I can put the post down I got a call. They admitted they let the puppy roam with cat’s outside, I guess this is why he was on the... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2020
If you never had possession of the dog and only helped your brother post that he found a lost dog I don’t see a case against you. However, I can’t promise that they won’t try.
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