Return to: Pet NewsPaws & Whiskers Unveils Essential Guide: "Can Animal Control Take My Dog?"Boston, MA — Losing a pet is every dog owner’s worst nightmare, but few people consider the possibility of animal control seizing their dog. Paws & Whiskers, a trusted brand dedicated to pet safety, has published a new article, "Can Animal Control Take My Dog? What You Need to Know," providing pet owners with critical information on when and why animal control might take a dog, what legal rights owners have, and how to reclaim their pet if seized. This guide, developed in collaboration with an experienced animal law attorney, equips pet owners with actionable steps to prevent, respond to, and legally contest animal control actions. Key Highlights of the Guide: Understanding Animal Control Authority: Learn when and why animal control can seize a dog, including cases of strays, licensing violations, aggressive behavior reports, and neglect allegations. Pet Owner Legal Rights: Explore how the Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments protect pet owners from unlawful seizures and ensure due process before a dog is permanently taken. What to Do If Animal Control Takes Your Dog: Get a step-by-step action plan, including how to contact animal control, pay necessary fees, provide proof of ownership, and request a hearing if needed. Preventive Measures: Discover how proper licensing, identification, training, and secure enclosures can help prevent encounters with animal control. Case Studies on Due Process: Learn from real-world legal cases where pet owners successfully challenged wrongful pet seizures in court. Why This Guide Matters: “Animal control plays an important role in protecting animals and communities, but pet owners need to know their rights,” said the Paws & Whiskers team. “We want to empower pet owners with the legal knowledge they need to safeguard their beloved dogs and take quick action if an issue arises.” For additional peace of mind, the guide also discusses how tools like the Paws & Whiskers AirTag Dog Collar can help pet owners locate missing dogs before they end up in animal control cust ... News Release: Paws & Whiskers Unveils Essential Guide: "Can Animal Control Take My Dog?" Submitted on: February 08, 2025 12:48:14 PM Submitted by: jerry mcnulty On behalf of: paws-whiskers.com/blogs/latest-news/can-animal-control-take-my-dog-what-you-need-to-know |