Pet Custody Case Examples

By Sara Pitcher Noblesville, Indiana Divorce Lawyer In pet custody cases, because of the distinction between other personal property and animals, a few forward looking courts have begun to consider other factors that would allow the pet to live in the place that is deemed to be in the best …

Who Gets Custody Of The Pet?

By Sara Pitcher Noblesville, Indiana Divorce Lawyer Companion animals have been elevated to a new position in many families over the past decade. Pets are now treated as a part of many families. However, when a couple divorces, there are no standards in place to protect the pet and to …

Advice on Divorce: Custody Laws When Dealing With Pets

By Tara Lynne Groth Special to DadsDivorce.com Requests for advice on divorce typically start with the heavy hitters (child custody, division of assets, etc.), but not much further down the list are questions about the family pet. Though you probably treat your pet with the same love as you would …

Divorce Advice For Men: Who Gets The Family Pet

By Tara Lynne Groth Special to DadsDivorce.com Child custody agreements are top priorities for divorcing parents. But what divorce advice is out there when it comes to dealing “man’s best friend” and custody laws? Who is responsible for vet bills, food costs and care for the family pet? According to …