Can I ask a tenant for proof of need of a service animal?

The FHA is the law that governs this type of situation. It permits the use of support animals in housing situations. A landlord is entitled to...

When a pet's owner tells the vet to give the pet's medical record to the new owner, has she given up all rights to the pet?

Sounds like there are a lot of fine details that need to be worked through in your case. The transfer of the veterinary could be interpreted as an...

Am i held responsible for my dog biting my friends when their dog attacked first?

If I read your question correctly, no people were bitten during this attack. It sounds as though you may have a claim against your friends for the...

When a person gives their family member a animal to watch, with the understanding of they would help pay for the animal,

I think that you asked a similar question earlier. "Abandonment" is generally specifically defined by statute. It is possible that you have an...

Pet Malpractice

That does seem unprofessional, but what is your question?

We have a dog we are watching and we don't want to give her back due to if she does she will be in a bad place and be abused.

I don't believe that you have enough information to make the determination that this dog was abused. If you chose to keep it, you may have an...

Yes, you can't just abandon the dogs, but if you are in danger by returning to provide for them, you could contact LA animal control to inform them...

What are my rights and can I just take my dog and leave?

I agree. There are a lot of issues involved. Sounds like you could use a criminal lawyer. I would contact a lawyer asap.

Is there any way to get my dog back?

Yes, there is a procedure for getting your dog returned, but why have you waited so long? This fact could be held against you. You need to hire an...

My downstairs neighbor continues to make false complaints about me regarding my pets.

Dog nuisance complaint are very frustrating to defend. I would get statements from neighbors that support your defense that the dogs were not...