Pets and Domestic Violence: Ruby’s Law
Unfortunately pets and domestic violence commonly feature together. For many people, pets are beloved members of the family. Perpetrators of domestic violence know this all too well and use it to…
Pet Trusts Explained: How to Provide for Your Pet After Death
The Telegraph recently ran an article explaining the plight of Karl Lagerfeld's beloved cat Choupette, whose £200m inheritance was usurped - How to leave your fortune to your dog (and make sure they…
How To Share a Dog with Your Ex
Break-ups can be tough on the whole family. If you have a dog that loves both of their ‘hooman parents’, deciding who will look after them can be stressful. How do you share a Dog with your Ex?…
Pets on Divorce and Separation: Does UK Law Need to Change?
As Family Law currently stands, pets are considered as chattels. This means they are personal possessions, just like your car, a sofa or a watch. The English law is yet to recognise our pets as…
Who Keeps The Dog
One of the most common disagreements after relationship breakdowns concerns dog ownership. People have incredibly strong ties with their dogs, and often their ability to retain possession of the pet…
