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Pet Custody Case Strength Quiz
Eight questions about ownership, payment, and caregiving. Nothing is stored — the score is calculated in your browser.
1. Do you have the adoption contract, bill of sale, or breeder paperwork in your name?
Acquisition documents are often the single strongest ownership proof.
2. Is the microchip registered to you?
Microchip registration is strong, though not always conclusive.
3. Are the veterinary records and payment history in your name?
Consistent vet payments show both ownership and care.
4. Is the city or county pet license or registration in your name?
Local registration corroborates ownership.
5. Were you the primary daily caregiver (feeding, walking, grooming, training)?
Caregiving matters most in states that weigh the animal's well-being.
6. Do you have texts, emails, or photos showing the pet is treated as yours?
Contemporaneous messages can settle disputed facts.
7. Is the pet currently with you?
Possession affects both strategy and urgency.
8. Is there a written agreement (prenup, cohabitation, or settlement) covering the pet?
A signed agreement usually controls if it is clear and valid.
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