Janet A. asked

⚖️  Law

My wife and I adopted a dog from a local shelter a month ago, and we've since invested over $200 in her care. We received a call from the shelter stating that our dog is part of a stolen dog complaint. We're concerned about returning the dog to the alleged neglectful owners and want to know our legal options. What recourse do we have, and how can we protect our investment and the bond our family has formed with the dog?

March 3rd, 2024

Carmen C. answered

Given the situation, you may have a good faith purchaser argument, as dogs are treated as property u...

March 3rd, 2024

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