Please help me get my dog!
 

I recently broke up with a very controling and possesive man. In retaliation he wont let me have my Chihuahua Romeo. It is breaking my heart. The day I moved out, which was yesterday, Romeo was following me everywhere and was throwing up. My mom called the cops to make sure nothing would happen because the guy was getting out of control. I have so many emotions right now but I really just want my dog. I was able to take my APBT Viho but that was it. The only way I can get my dog is if I take the guy to small claims court. And I dont think I have a chance at getting my baby boy. The reciept of purchase is in his name but the vet records are in mine. What can I do!?http://www.pitbull-chat.com/images/s.../crytissue.gif

Gosh, that is simply horrifying... He won't talk with you? Is he abusive to the dog? Have you ever seen him hit or injure him? If the dog's registered with the city under his name, or has a receipt so to speak with his name, I don't know what to do... hopefully someone with experience will help you http://www.pitbull-chat.com/images/smilies/frown.png I mean if you can prove he's abusive, you might get some better luck..

He was bought as a gift but idk if that means anything

Try to contact a lawyer that will take your case pro bono, or a legal services lawyer. See if you can get your vet to write a letter showing that even though the guy paid for the dog, you have provided all medical care for the dog. I wish you nothing but the best, please keep us posted.

i am so sorry to hear about your situation. I am no lawyer, but I have gotten some very good advice from freeadvice.com. They have some very comprehensive forums where you can find or ask any type of legal question for free. I hope it works out for you!

Ask him how much money he wants for the dog.
I would think that time is of the essence here.

Carla

Thank you Sagebrush I'll do that!

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Thank you for replying everyone. To CoolHandJean and Mollies Nana you guys always have good advice thank you for replying!

I HAVE heard of non-owners (technically) getting dogs because they'd paid for the vetting and such.

If its in my name then is it seen as me paying the bills as well?

I think I would take a less straight-forward approach. To go through the legal system will take months and will not likely get your dog back. Possession is 9/10ths of the law.

If it was my dog, I would manipulate my way back in and get the dog or, forgive me, I would steal my own dog back. Without a doubt. Then make him prove it's his. I'd look for that reciept as well and then microchip the little guy. Was his house also yours? You need notice for a legal eviction. Written notice. Even if you were just crashing there.

Go into problem solving mode. Do you have a friend in common who could "buy" him back for you?

Get creative.

Does your boyfriend love him or is this all spite?

I was thinking all the things you were. He claims he loves the dog but he doesnt take care of the 4 that are with him right now. The dogs have no food and never get fresh water. I want to steal him back but I dont want him to turn that on me.

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I would try to go over there and go into the house while he was there but I am scared of him.

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What would happen if I called Animal Control?

dont you know anyone to go with you,like mabee somone that can handle him if he gets rough.i agree the legal system will take to long.id steal the little guy back.you have mabee an uncle or brother or friend that can set him strait if he comes around starting shit.somtimes you must use force to fight force!!!thats all some guys understand!!(he sounds like one of those guys)i know if this was my niece or sister that had this problem me and my brothers or my friends would just go take the little guy back,w/a strong message!!! and that would b that. just a thought,people like this piss me off!!!

Thanks for that advice Rooftopthdrophttp://www.pitbull-chat.com/images/smilies/smile.png

what do I do if he calls the cops?

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O this guy is HUGE too. He's 6'5'' and weighs almost 300 lbs he can do alot of damage

If he's really scary and unstable, I would try to buy the dog. I love my dogs, but if he isn't safe, you have to think of your own well-being first.

I would make an offer to buy the dog. It might be better to have a common friend make the offer so there is less emotion to all of it.

Did you try to get a legal opinion? That could factor into negotiations as well. When the dog was given to you, was there a card or anything that references it? Like "Hey Babe, hope you enjoy the dog! Happy Birthday!"

Was this your residence too? Or did your dog live there with your boyfriend but not you? If you lived there, were you on the lease?

I would try to buy the dog back or have one of your friends or family try to buy the dog back if he will not deal with you.

Otherwise the only way, is through the court system.

the potential for violence in this case is HUGE....
you are not going to want to hear this, but the dog is simply not worth what can happen to you if this thing gets out of hand...
brothers, friends.. can get hurt or go to jail as a result of this..
do not do anything STUPID.....
use the legal system and be prepared emotionally in case you do not win....
you can try to buy the dog, but it sounds more like he wants to hurt you and will not co-operate with you...
it sounds like you would be putting yourself and others in danger if you try to force this issue....
your safety and the safety of others is MORE important than you having this dog... take care of yourself...

Ignore everything else I said. If this is a scary dude, let it go.

Time has a way of setting things right.

Absolutely take care of yourself first. Let time heal and cool things off.