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At Cooper & Co, we are specialists in criminal and civil cases involving dogs throughout the whole of England & Wales.
The principal of Cooper & Co, well known Solicitor Trevor Cooper, represented his first dog owning client c.29 years ago – so we like to think we have a considerable ‘pedigree’!!!
Custody, ownership and
access disputes
Dog ownership disputes are becoming increasingly common. The most common situation where pet ownership is called into question is when a couple is in the process of separating, or have already separated, and there is an argument over who gets the dog.
Dog dangerously
out of control
It is a criminal offence if your dog makes someone reasonably fear injury. If this can be proven beyond a reasonable doubt the dog will be considered to have been dangerously out of control under Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.
Noise nuisance from
barking dogs
While it is perfectly normal for dogs to bark, if a dog barks regularly or for a prolonged period it can then be considered a noise nuisance and action can be taken against you.
Are you being investigated by the Police for having a dangerous dog?
This can apply if your dog is accused of injuring a person or assistance dog, or even if it has made a person reasonably believe that the dog would do so. We are also experts in breed specific legislation and livestock worrying allegations.
Don't delay | contact us nowFor all other dog related legal queries
The kind of cases that we can advise on include the following:
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Professionals
We are also able to advise and represent professionals, including:
- Dog walkers
- Pet Sitters
- Behaviourists
- Trainers
- Groomers
- Boarding Kennels
- Home Boarders
- Rescues / Shelters
- Vets / Vet Nurses
- Licensed Breeders
See How we can help which explains the various ways in which you can contact us. We also provide bespoke seminars for Councils, the Police and for rescues.