answered on Apr 15, 2019
You can't make a determination simply on those facts. If it is pre-trial diversion, because the individual didn't have a prior record, then they probably have the capability to apply to have it expunged at the end which would take it off the record. If it was not a pre-trial diversion... View More 
A officer of city dog pound came to my home because a lady was running in my yard while my dog was on a leash and my dog bit her she said but there was 3 other dogs at large and she said it was my dog, she said she got scared and ran across the street,the officer came to my home about 1 HR or 2... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2019
The Officer could have taken you to Jail to start with. The Citation is given as a Summons to Court. But if you refuse the Citation, you can be arrested instead. It would have been better to take up your Case in Court, but now you may have several more Animal Charges brought against you. Be... View More
It was an incredibly toxic relationship and so many domestic situations happened. When we finally split she told me multiple times I had to take the dog or he would go to a shelter. So I took him. Now, because we aren’t getting back together, she is using him against me. He is in her name, she... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2018
It is very possible, and you might even get convicted. There is no Title to a Dog, but it is probably not worth the trouble and risk to prove ownership in Court. Bond, Attorneys, Court Costs and Restitution could be very expensive. Many Judges and DA's will feel very sorry for her.... View More
My dog ran out in the road and caused a bicyclist to wreck. The dog wasn't aggressive, just curious and immediately ran away when the wreck occurred. Do I have any legal defense against this?
answered on Dec 2, 2018
Call your homeowners insurance company and request that they defend you against any legal action taken against you. Ask them if the policy covers you for losses like this one. Good luck.
I purchased a puppy that was coming from Virgina. The seller was sending the puppy through a company named Sky Cargo Ways. The first time this company required money from me for the puppy's transport was for a ventilated carrier to safely transport the puppy. They wanted $650 for this with the... View More
answered on Jul 30, 2018
I’m sorry to say, but it looks like the company is a scam.
A number of websites describe the scam. Here are two examples:
https://scamwarners.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=36&p=357721
https://petscams.com/pet-delivery-scam/skycargologistics-us/amp/
If you paid by... View More
I am considering applying for a management position at a Collierville dog day care center, and would like to know what the applicable laws/local ordinances are regarding the operation of such a center.
Thank you.
answered on Mar 21, 2018
Check with the City of Colliersville Codes department. The City Code is online but may not be the most current.
http://www.amlegal.com/codes/client/collierville_tn/
Also, you should check with Shelby County- although the issues here would really relate to zoning- in other words is... View More
I was walking my dog on a leash with baggie in my pocket just in case. This lady comes out on her mobile chair demanding I keep my dog off her property. I am on the sidewalk. I tell her I don't and show her the container with the baggie in it She then threatened me saying she will have me... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2018
If you were truly on a public sidewalk (and, say, not on her driveway), then you are not criminally trespassing. As an aside, thank you for cleaning up after your dog!
answered on Mar 1, 2018
No, the landlord cannot legally evict you do to having an ESA. If the ESA has destroyed property or is a nuisance, that might be a different story. You should consult an attorney to help.
My adult niece whom has never left home (19yrs old) refuses to move out will not help with bills and refuses to clean up after herself and her dogs. She is even throwing furniture meant for trash in the yard instead of hauling it to the dump in her pickup truck. She is verbally abusive to her mom... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2018
Your sister can evict her. She will need to provide her notice and file a detainer action if she doesn't move at the end of the notice. She should consult an attorney to help her.
My wife and I purchased a Yorkie full breed, basically I am the one that purchased her and I am the one that cared for her, I am the one that took her to the doctor to get her shots, but the wife is the one that our puppy spent the time with because she wanted one, she has been dealing her health... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2018
Probably not. A gift is a gift. You can't take it back once it is given.
He even stated at 1 point I cannot care for the dog at this time take him to the animal shelter so I refused
answered on Jan 29, 2018
What do you want to do with the dog? If you want to keep the dog, then keep it.
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Maybe? Call animal control or the local non-emergency line if you think there is an issue.
I rehomed my dog ruby and her two puppys they was Chihuahuas we agreed on the rehoming fee however she contacted me and had someone else contact me days later saying I sold her sick dogs she also said the vet told her they was fox terriers and that they had to be treated for worms and fleas I have... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2018
It depends on what representations you made to her in selling the dogs. If you told them they were healthy and had been verified healthy by a vet, then you might want to get that proof ready. She can try to sue you for the vet bills. If she does, you should consult a lawyer. Dogs get worms and... View More
I recently re-homed my outside dog who was in a pen outside. He was in good health (no heartworms/mange/etc) The new owner takes the dog to the vet for comprehensive testing and grooming. Turns out he had an ear infection. And they want me to pay half of the bill, if not they will sue me and report... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2018
The dog was theirs when they took it, I would say. As far as reporting you for animal cruelty, they can certainly do that, but that doesn't mean that you will be charged. The DA will ultimately have to make that decision.
Do so and we have no contract, if given a 30 days notice to remove the animal via a Facebook message at the end of the 30 days if the animal is not removed do we have the right to claim the animal as our own and/or rehome it?
answered on Sep 4, 2017
Sounds like you did a good deed and allowed a friend to leave their animal with you. I am hoping by this time the friend has picked up their animal. If not, I would notify them that if they have not picked up the animal by a time certain you will be charging at so much a day. This will likely... View More
She won't give him back and now says he is hers. She said she can do watever she wants because she said he's her dog. But she was just supposed to be keeping him a few months. She had him fixed without our consent. We want him back and she wont give him to us. What can be done? He is a $3500 dog.
answered on Aug 10, 2017
If you have proof of purchasing the animal, I suggest you file a lawsuit to recover it. ( an animal is simply considered property under TN law). I expect she will say that you made a "gift", in other words, that you gave her the dog to keep, so try to find anything ( an email, or old text... View More
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answered on Aug 1, 2017
As I understand it, Tennessee has strict liability for a dog bite in place if the dog bite victim was on public property or lawfully on private property. Under your facts, the neighbor and / or the insurance company for the neighbor may have a defense to the dog bite injuries by arguing that you... View More
the house is uninhabited as the principle resident, my mother, is abroad for an extended period. The dog will be unleashed and unattended and the gate unlocked while the dog is in it.
answered on Jul 18, 2017
Depends on height of fence etc. Dog should likely be on a chain, there should be good insurance on the house.
Short answer--mom is liable if she--via you--allows someone to park an animal known to have bitten people in her her backyard, with no lock on gate etc. What if dog gets out? Bad news.
answered on Jan 8, 2017
You are in Tennessee, but here is what a court in Vermont said: "The value of a pet to its human companions has already been noted. Accordingly, apart from providing care and shelter, finders of stray pets should also be encouraged to make every reasonable effort to find the animal's... View More
My step mom is trying to keep my sister's dog because she has been staying at our hiuse for a few months while she has been looking for a house. Well now my step mom is claiming that she can keep her cause she brought her to the vet. The dog hasn't been sick or anything so unless there... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2016
Not usually. But you may be on the hook for the vet bill. One would need to know more facts to determine proper ownership.
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