What is the name of your state?Oregon.
My housemate and I are currently caring for a dog for over 4 months. This dog belonged to a person who lived in this same apartment before I moved in 5 months ago. The person who moved out brought his dog back to our apartment 4 months ago because the dog was very sick and he could not care for the dog. We took the dog to the Vet, paid for his medication and visit and have continued to care for the little guy to this day.
The owner has now requested to pick up his dog. The owner has not visited or requested to visit his dog in the entire 4 months. He has paid zero $ for the cost of his dog's up-keep, however the owner does have the dog licensed in his name.
I have grave concerns for the dog's well being in his owner's care. I love this dog and he is a part of my life.
Do I have the right to say no? In the eyes of the law is this a case of abandonment on the owner's part.
I checked out Oregon Animal Law but found only references to lost dogs and ownership.
I appreciate any advice on this matter.
My housemate and I are currently caring for a dog for over 4 months. This dog belonged to a person who lived in this same apartment before I moved in 5 months ago. The person who moved out brought his dog back to our apartment 4 months ago because the dog was very sick and he could not care for the dog. We took the dog to the Vet, paid for his medication and visit and have continued to care for the little guy to this day.
The owner has now requested to pick up his dog. The owner has not visited or requested to visit his dog in the entire 4 months. He has paid zero $ for the cost of his dog's up-keep, however the owner does have the dog licensed in his name.
I have grave concerns for the dog's well being in his owner's care. I love this dog and he is a part of my life.
Do I have the right to say no? In the eyes of the law is this a case of abandonment on the owner's part.
I checked out Oregon Animal Law but found only references to lost dogs and ownership.
I appreciate any advice on this matter.