How to Get Dog Related Legal Advice15 CommentsTuesday, 14 April 2015 | D for Dog If you need dog related legal advice or help, who can you turn to? Dog law can be an incredibly complicated and niche area. You never know when a situation might occur that requires specialist help. We look at how and where to get specialist dog law advice.
The laws relating to dogs are complicated and changing all the time. Animal law is a relatively new and growing aspect of the law. An increasing number of lawyers now specialise in cases involving animals. If you need dog legal advice, there are a number of specialist services available that you may find useful. Dog LawThis is an invaluable service from Cooper & Co Solicitors, who are specialists in dog law. Dog Law specialise in advising dog owners in both criminal and civil cases. They cover the whole of England and Wales. The service is friendly, fast and most importantly, accurate. They have a number of useful articles and videos plus a telephone advice line. Dog Law will provide you with preliminary legal advice and from there you can decide if you would like to instruct them to represent you in any proceedings. Wheldon Law Criminal Defence Solicitors who are dog lovers and many are dog owners. They understand that dogs are part of the family. They have an intimate knowledge of this complex area of law and work closely with a dedicated team of expert witnesses to ensure the best possible outcome for owners and their dogs. If your dog has been seized or if you have been charged or summonsed to attend court, you can telephone them on 01442 242999 for a free 15 minute telephone consultation. http://wheldonlaw.co.uk/dog-law-solicitors Law on the Web A general legal website for the UK, Law on the Web has a section regarding animal law. They understand the complex and confusing laws concerning animals. Topics covered include dog ownership laws, dangerous dogs, pet liability laws, dog bites and dog control orders. If you need legal advice on any of the topics mentioned, their Instant Law Line service may help. This service, provided by DAS, can give you access to legal advice over the phone from a qualified legal adviser for a low price. https://www.lawontheweb.co.uk/legal-help/animal-law The Equine & Animal Lawyers Association This is the Association for Legal Executives, Solicitors, Barristers and Expert Witnesses who work in the field of animal law. It is a high-profile, strongly academic organisation in the animal world, and the immediate point of reference for anyone with animal law concerns. They have a free public animal law help line. Tel 01469 531742 http://www.animallawyers.co.uk Justice for Dogs Born from her passion for all things canine and using her background in the legal profession, Ann Harpwood started Justice for Dogs. The charity fights for the rights of dogs and dog owners and gives advice regarding laws, legislation and other legal matters that are canine related. Membership to Justice for Dogs is a small annual fee. You will be entitled to legal advice, specialising in canine cases. A donation is usually requested when legal work is carried out. For more information tel: 01544 370213 Company of Animals Legal Advice Dr Mugford and associates are renowned amongst the legal profession and have developed a particular knowledge and reputation as expert witnesses on animal law. They also have a page of recommended solicitors experienced in dog law. http://companyofanimals.co.uk/dog-training-and-animal-behaviour-centre/legal-advice We hope you have found this information useful. Bookmark this page as you never know when you may need specialist help in dog law. Please DO NOT contact D for Dog about any of these services. If you need legal advice please contact the organisations listed above. Disclaimer - D for Dog do not necessarily endorse or otherwise any of the services listed. By Jenny Prevel © D for Dog www.dfordog.co.uk This article belongs strictly to D for Dog and we do not authorise the copying of all or any part of it. |
Your dog may accidentally damage property or injure someone, be accused of nuisance behaviour or of being out of control. You may have an issue with a breeder, vet or other professional, be part of an ownership dispute or caught up in the Dangerous Dog Act.
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This is fantastic! up until now, dogs and the law has been a gray area, and very few legal beagles were sympathetic. It is nice to know that there is someone who is willing to listen.
Hello
Where do you stand on reclaiming a dog that has been put in for rescue. On Thursday we put 2 dogs into a rescue centre but really want to get them back as circumstances have changed. The centre has said they are already rehomed but this is less than 48 hours? On the website it says it's a number of visits. I havnt even given them the vet notes yet? He has some major Heath issues which wouldn't have been discussed.
Many thanks
Kerry Sharrad
The point of this blog is to help people find dog related legal advise. Please contact one of the specialist services mentioned above.
Hi just wondering what the outcome was for you I am in same predicament , requoted dog back within a few hours was told byou trustee could have him back, but then the head of rescue said no
Did u get your dog back
Hi
My neighbours have been frowing things over my fence, & my dog has chewed them, & by doing so has caused damage to is teeth, can i reclaim the vet costs
The point of this blog is to help people find dog related legal advise. Please contact one of the specialist services mentioned above.
Please help me keep my 13 year old foster dog I have fostered him since 7th Feb 2017 the organisation are denying me the option of adopting him they ignored my requests and did a home check on another family who have never met the dog but saw his photo although a month later he is still with me as he has health issues he probably only has 6 months to live as he has lumps and bumps we all as a family adore him we have been home checked by another rescue who cannot believe the rescue won't let me adopt we have a house with a nice enclosed garden and my parents are home all day please please help
Please can someone reply to my earlier comment please
If you need dog legal advice, there are a number of specialist services available. We have given you a few in this blog. It is up to you to contact one of them.
I gave my dog to a rescue charity and changed my mind a few hours later. I was told i could havebhim back went to collect him then told I couldn't have him and could not change my mind I was never informed of this before hand
I was in an abusive relationship and left with the help of a refuge and my dog had to go into foster. I am now after 2months able to have him back but his foster wants to keep him. Please could you point me in the right direction for advice, many thanks.
Is it legal for someone to buy a puppy from you for someone else?
Please help with some advice!
Our friend is a dog breeder in the EU and transported his puppies to the UK. As far as I know every documentation was fine with all the required vaccination but once he got to the UK Animal and Plant Health Agency took the dogs according to the Rabies Order 13/4 a-c. It is not clear what to do now. Do they suspect that the breeder doesn not own the dogs, or the ownership can not be proven? The dogs are in quarantine. What can we do? Thank you!
If you need dog legal advice, there are a number of specialist services available. We have given you a few in this blog. It is up to you to contact one of them. Thanks.