On 9/19 we rescued a terrier puppy from a neighbor who was stomping on it and kicking it. We tried the number on the tag, it was disconnected. We walked the neighborhood knocking on doors, no one claimed it. Now, tonight, after 6 weeks with us, the owners come to claim it. Being honest people we give it back, reluctantly...as we find out that the folks who abused it are related to these owners. My kids are in tears, I miss Sparky, my hubby is pissed.

Does anyone know if we have ANY rights to try to re-claim this pet? The police don't know, and SPCA is closed until tomorrow.

I am really angry that nobody laid claim until now, almost 2 months later, AFTER she settled in and became a loved family member...and frankly I want her back ASAFP!!!

If anyone has ideas, please let me know. My kids are heartbroken, and I am worried that Sparky may be abused again.