How to get a pet back from an ex?

If your former partner already has taken your pet with them, coming to an agreement together may be the best chance you have of getting your pet back. If you end up having to take them to court and they already have possession of the animal, chances are the court will end up awarding custody to them.

Can I sue my ex for my dog?

We often receive the question, can I sue my ex for stealing my dog? The answer is yes! Disputes over pets are very common in small claims court.

Should I let my ex see my dog?

Chances are, your ex might not even be capable of handling a pet. If this is the case, no matter how much they insist, don’t let them have your dog. Even if they are responsible and you still don’t wish to share a pet with them, it’s alright. Sometimes it’s okay to put your interests first.

Who gets the pets in a breakup?

In the event of a simple breakup, the person who bought the dog usually gets to keep possession. The exception is when the dog was bought as a clear gift to the other partner. In that case, the dog may belong to the recipient.

Who gets the cat in a breakup?

If a dispute over who gets to keep the family pet after separation is taken to court, the court will look at ownership of the pet. The party who owns the pet will usually get to keep it. If the pet is owned by both parties, the court may require one party to purchase the other party’s interest in the pet.

Who gets cat after breakup?

One person can maintain custody but allow the other person visitation rights, or each person can take an equal share of responsibility. Joint custody requires that both people have some level of communication – at least enough to arrange visitations or work out a custody schedule.

What can you do if someone takes your cat?

If you suspect someone’s stolen your cat, file a report with the police straight away. Afterward, put up fliers with your cat’s photo, register your cat as missing with local authorities, check with animal shelters and vets, and start posting your stolen cat’s face on social media.