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What to do if someone has my pet and demands money for its return?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

What should i do if someone who i know has my pet but they refuse to give him back if we dont pay them 900?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 27th, 2017

You need to call the police. Hopefully you can prove that the pet actually belongs to you. Is he/she microchipped? Do you have any photos of you with him/her? That will help the authorities. Short of that there is nothing else you can do. So sorry this happened. Hope this helps. Good luck.

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