I'm sorry this is happening:( unfortunately i would suggest maybe involving cops? Let them know you own the cats legally and you have the paperwork, maybe they can go for/with you to get them back? I feel like that could be quicker than going to court. Oregon takes animal stuff p seriously I think
Oh nooo😭 I hate that I'm so sorry:( I don't suppose your ex would give them up by you threatening to involve cops and stuff?? Idk why someone would be so adamant on keeping the cats when they could get in legitimate legal trouble over it🤨 like bro go adopt your own for $50 at human society tf
If you have any records(vet adoption etc) you can use those to prove they are your cats though the exact legal processes for getting your cats back may vary depending on where you live. Also fuck him thats vile wish the catnapper nothing but the worst.
I hate cops, but file a police report? Those are your cats. He stole them. If the pigs don't do anything and you were on good terms with them, tell his family. Like, I know if any of my exes reached out to my mom about something like this, she would find a way to make my life hell.
If you are in the US, tell the cops that he abducted your MAGA cats and he is planning to use your cats in anti Tesla protests. This is a major crime. If you are anywhere else just tell the cops the truth, they will go and fetch your cats. Cats are property, so it should be easy.
So this actually happened to me and first I need to tell you not to get your hopes up because.. US courts.
Anyways.
Go to your local court building and ask them for Replevin paperwork.
Fill it out with EVERYTHING showing the cats are yours and file it.
The courts tell u the process from there
Double check laws in your area regarding pets and possibly report to your local police to make a report about stolen “property”. You are gonna want all your vet paperwork as well.
jesus christ :( i read through the comments so ik youre working with the cops and stuff but i really hope it works out thats so fucked up 💔 im so sorry
If you paid the vet bills and have them registered with your vet under your name, you can frequently either get a police escort to retrieve them or go to small claims to get them back. If you can get a printed record from your vet, you should be okay.
Gather any proof of ownership, like adoption papers, vet records, or even photos of your cats in your home. If your friend feels safe, they can try to resolve the matter amicably with their ex by presenting the documentation.
If that doesn’t work, contacting local law enforcement or consulting a lawyer might be necessary. Pet custody is taken seriously in some places, so the proof of ownership will be essential. Some agree to third-party mediation rather than escalating things legally. It might help avoid extra stress.
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No, seriously.
How long were you together? Do you have any leverage you can use on him at all? I have found blackmail to be one of women's superpowers.
Anyways.
Go to your local court building and ask them for Replevin paperwork.
Fill it out with EVERYTHING showing the cats are yours and file it.
The courts tell u the process from there
Microchip
Vet records
Collar tags
Rabies liscences
County liscence
Bank statement with supplies purchases
What the court said I was missing:
Adoption papers for STRAYS
If you have the adoption papers and your name is on it, you may have legal on your side :(
vets bill and adoption papers are the way to go tho. good luck buddy