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Dog complaints

Michael's answer | Answered on October 10, 2015

You might try a barking collar, and/or a dog trainer. GSDogs are territorial and protective, therefore that may be hard to correct. Look at your...

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I have a neighbor who refuses to stop feeding my small old dog food that my vet said not to feed him, she has been doing this

Michael's answer | Answered on October 09, 2015

I cannot speak for IN law. However, sounds like you might have a basis for a Restraining Order. Find a local Animal Lawyer. Michael Rotsten, Esq.

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Should I request a lawyer for court?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 09, 2015

Best to find an Animal Lawyer in your area. Doesn't look too good, that you were on the other persons land with a dead Elk. Maybe finding blood on...

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I was camping at a campground with my dog. The dog accidentally got out of the camper. He was on the side of the road running

Michael's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

I cannot speak for ME law. However, if your dog was out loose, that is not good for your case. Probably, if you can prove that the speed of the...

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If a pit bull gets out of a fenced yard and attacks my dog,who is responsible for the vet bills?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

I cannot speak for NY law. However, the owner of the dog might be liable. But at least the person(s) responsible for the care, custody, and control...

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Is there any law or ordinance that exempts an elderly pet w/verifiable medical issues from some county animal control laws?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Sorry to say, there is no law that gives the older dog some advantage as you are seeking. The limit is three absent a kennel permit, that you...

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A german shepherd on a leash got away from its handler and attacked my Maltese and killed him. Do I have legal recourse?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 07, 2015

I cannot speak for NC law. However, the walker should be liable as well as the owner of the dog. You should be able to get your out of pocket...

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Mom withholding my dog and car she was in care of

Michael's answer | Answered on October 06, 2015

I cannot speak for Fl law. However, as far as the dog goes, it would be helpful if you have a written agreement about the dog. Regarding the car,...

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I'm afraid someone is gonna not return my dog I had Dog stud contract with

Michael's answer | Answered on October 06, 2015

I cannot speak for NJ law. however, if the dog is that valuable, suggest that you contact a local Animal Lawyer. A Contract lawyer would work...

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My vet took a piece of plastic out of my dogs intestines I took him home after a week he got wores never ate a thing threw up to

Michael's answer | Answered on October 05, 2015

Contact an Animal Lawyer in FL. Could be Malpractice, allowing damages. The test should be the standard of care for Veterinarians in FL. The...

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Dog complaints

I have a neighbor who refuses to stop feeding my small old dog food that my vet said not to feed him, she has been doing this

Should I request a lawyer for court?

I was camping at a campground with my dog. The dog accidentally got out of the camper. He was on the side of the road running

If a pit bull gets out of a fenced yard and attacks my dog,who is responsible for the vet bills?

Is there any law or ordinance that exempts an elderly pet w/verifiable medical issues from some county animal control laws?

A german shepherd on a leash got away from its handler and attacked my Maltese and killed him. Do I have legal recourse?

Mom withholding my dog and car she was in care of

I'm afraid someone is gonna not return my dog I had Dog stud contract with

My vet took a piece of plastic out of my dogs intestines I took him home after a week he got wores never ate a thing threw up to