The contract controls. If this realtor's services are not included in the contract, you are not obligated to pay.

If she gave you the dog, it is yours. If she takes the dog, it is theft. Why is your mother putting up with this?

CA has a "puppy lemon law." It provides your remedies for this unfortunate, and all too common, situation.

Eviction is a landlord/tenant issue - moving accordingly. Present evidence of your placing the kittens with the shelter when it becomes...

This is a litigation issue - moving accordingly. Discuss with your attorney.

How would we know? Was Animal Control duly notified; was the abuse documented? This site is for legal questions; not rants and Jeremiads.

Why would you give a vehicle to a girl you expect to dump you? Think it through.

1. Moving to landlord/tenant, where this belongs. 2. "My question is what date is it the day I should look into that day or next day?" My...

You will be defaulted and the court will issue the judgment sought by animal control.

Use the Avvo search tool and/or your county bar association to find an attorney practicing animal law.