i had my dog for 10 month s now they they want him back?

Question

the old owners came over yesterday to see if they can have buddy over there new house it has a yard and they miss himi am not going to give them a chance to have him they said for a week they want him back for good i think its weird that 10 months later they say they want him back we love him and my family loves him and my other beagle loves buddy too we have a big yard too they should get a nother dog help do you agree any advice fo me

Answer 1

I think that you have the right to keep their dog especiall if you purhased it. I do agree they should get another dog. Atfer 10 months what would they have done if you moved. I dont feel like u should have to put your family through such heart ache......

Good luck wit your decision
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Answer 2

Explain to the old owners that Buddy, and your family are now more than well adjusted after all this time has passed.
Your family accepts the dog as part of the family.
Tell them that you think it would be unfair to the dog, and to your family, to uproot Buddy, and take him to yet another home.
Buddy has a good, loving home. Suggest that they look in the newspaper for an individual who is in the same boat that they were 10 months ago. Go to the pound, and save a dog. You can even request that the pound contact you if they come across another beagle. Or, they can check into http://www.beaglerescue.org/, and give an unwanted beagle a new home.
Tell them that you understand their situation, but you have to make your decision about Buddy, based on what would be best for your own family. Ripping Buddy away from your family, so that their family will be happy, is out of the question. It's just not going to happen.
In the future, they will need to consider that taking on a pet is a commitment that extends for the pets entire life. It is unfortunate that they were unable to keep the dog. It was a miracle that they were able to find Buddy a great home. They should not have come back 10 months later to re-assume ownership of Buddy.
If their car was repossesed because they couldn't make payments, would they expect the bank to give the car back to them 10 months later because now they can pay for it?
That ship has sailed. They need to find a new dog.
Hope it works out for you all.

Answer 3

That is a weird story....And after 10 months of course Buddy is used to live with you and the other dog. So how did he become yours? Did you buy him? Do you have owner papers to proof this? or did they give him to you to take care of him till they had a new place? in that case still 10 months is a along time. If Buddy is officially yours, then they cant get him back. if not, try talking to him, explain how used he is to you and your place and how much you will miss him. I know they miss him too but but for some reason they sold him or gave him away....That was their decision 10 months ago...so they have to face the consequences now. Good luck!

Answer 4

What were the conditions of you taking the dog?? Was there a stipulation for if they found a place where they could have the dog?? It stinks that your dog was taken away, but I think that if you really want the dog back you could call a lawyer and find out what your chances of getting the dog back in court are. If you do get another dog, don't get it as a replacement, no animal can replace another. If your beagle needs a friend maybe another beagle would be a good idea.

Answer 5

The thing no one has yet asked: what were the conditions when they gave him to you? Did they outright give him to you? Did they ask you to take care of him for a while? Why did they give him up?

If they gave him away and then changed their minds 10 months later, then they don't have much grounds to expect him back, other than appealing to your good nature and hoping they'll get lucky and have you give him back. If they asked you to care for him because of some situation that is now under control, then I can understand why they'd ask for him back, as difficult as it may be for you and your family. In either case, I doubt you have much legal obligation to give him back... it's really a question of what you feel is right in your circumstance.

There are certainly a lot of other dogs in need of a home that could also be a good buddy for their new dog.

Answer 6

Uh, well, you dont state how you actually came to have this dog, which makes giving an an answer very difficult. Was it clearly stated that you were just watching the dog for a period of time? Or were you given the dog permanently? Did you pay for the dog? Have you been paying for the feeding and vet care for the dog for the last 10 months or were they? If you were clearly just watching the dog for a while, like while the people moved, then you are really morally obligated to tive the dog back. If you were given or purcahsed the dog, and have been funding all of his care for the last 10 months, I would just say no, this is my dog now, please get another one, there are plenty that need homes at rescues and shelters.

Answer 7

If they gave the dog to you legally (even if no written contract) Buddy is your dog.You are the owner on the medical forms at the vets not them and no do not let them get their hands on him.Another safe and good thing to do is have your pet microchipped and properly licensed in the city-if you haven't already. Then if they want to take you to court(civil) the judge will say what is your proof this is your dog-they have paid for nothing,fed Buddy nothing for over 10mths and have not trained or loved him either.Never leave him alone with them-some people would take the dog.Good Luck and let us know what happens.

Answer 8

They gave you Buddy, he wasn't on loan. Just tell them that you, your family and the other dog are all attached to him now. Why would they want to rip him away now that Buddy has become attached to you all? And if you did give them Buddy back, would they change their mind again...is Buddy some kind of boomerang? Tell them to get another dog...the Humane Society is full of dogs that need a loving home. Buddy stays home...with you!

Answer 9

You should definitely NOT give him away. 10mos. is a lifetime to your animal and it would be cruel. In my opinion, they aren't the type of people that would deserve him if they think that uprooting a happy animal is okay. You can't just dump your pet off and expect for someone to believe that 10 mos later you miss him. NO WAY.!!!!!!!

You can probably get rid of them by presenting them with 10 mos. worth the vet and food bills, and then ask for a boarding fee for the 10 mos. you kept the dog, they will probably run for the hills and your problem will be solved.

Answer 10

You are not legally obligated to return the dog. If you feel that being nice would mean giving the dog back then that is your choice. I would keep the dog, I know telling the people that will make them mad, but heck they should be ashamed for even asking.

Answer 11

They have a lot of nerve coming and asking for the dog back after all that time. You and your family have become attached to him. I they gave you the dog, and didn't just ask you to keep him for a while, he is yours. Besides, from the dog's perspective, he has settled into his new home. You are his family now.