Originally Posted by bchgirl (Post 2361780)

I'll get crucified for this....but he is not your dog. I understand he's better off with you, but he is not yours.

That being said...she obviously has "forgotten" how much work he is/was...she probably has given no consideration what expense will be incurred moving to NYC either.

I personally wouldn't agree to watch him any additional time. I'd tell her no to that idea.

You have the money together to pay her correct? Were it me...I'd flash that money in her direction...cause I'm betting she'd take it.

Hope it works out in your favor.

PS and get a receipt. ;)

Originally Posted by Nancy1999 (Post 2361132)

Why would you pay her the original cost, plus all vet care, and the dog hasn't even been socialized or housebroken? Not only that, but it's been neglected and needs expensive dental work. This is a rescue basically, she could never sell him for that on the open market, don't let her take advantage of you. The problem is, you've made owning a dog look like fun to her, and so she wants him back, she's forgotten all the trouble they can be, and obviously she doesn't care for it as much or she would know it's better off with you. I wouldn't suggest that she get a puppy, she'll do the same thing with a puppy, and probably get sick of caring for that too. Return the dog to her, and either look or act like your looking for a puppy from a good breeder. I'll bet while you're looking she start getting second thoughts on keeping the dog, and want to sell it, but don't reward her irresponsibility, make her deduct the cost of dental work from the cost of the dog, should deside to buy. I also would be tempted to give her a bill for the amount you have spent on him. Sometimes, you have to be really firm with people or they will walk all over you, and she sounds like one of those people. Best of luck!

Originally Posted by Lovely05 (Post 2362995)

The lady can take her to small claims court or even court shows on TV, which do not require a lawyer.

Originally Posted by Dawn125 (Post 2361312)

Here's another thought. Let her go with the idea that she can figure out if she wants him later. Wait a little while and than send her a check for the purchase price with "payment in full for yorkshire terrier named..." or something like that. She will need the money and probably cash the check and that will be the end of that.

Originally Posted by AvyQuinn (Post 2363022)

oh.
lawl.

:/


Although!
I've watched lots of those shows and it seems as though if it were a verbal agreement the plaintiff has to prove there was one and the details of it. And really, unless there are witnesses I don't think it would fly. Doesn't the burden of proof fall on the plaintiff? Excuse my ignorance about the subject if it's showing. ^^;

Originally Posted by QuickSilver (Post 2363127)

Wow, I didn't expect so many responses!

Thank you, everyone who has weighed in. There are so many kind, caring people on YT. I'm still debating what to do. My coworker is going to New York next week to look for an apartment and find a roommate. I will probably wait until she comes back to discuss anything with her -- maybe she'll realize how expensive New York is, and how some extra money could come in handy.

Again, I am very torn, but I think no matter what I will agree to keep him for the next few months. I am not sure how she would get him to New York, and I am concerned that she might ship him, which I think could possibly traumatize him. Also, she will undoubetedly be juggling many things when she first moves in, and if nothing else, I will be able to take better care of him during that time.

I'd give 3 to 1 odds that she'll end up conceding him, and I will get a check to her IMMEDIATELY.

I don't think I would let it get to a point of litigation. That would be no good for anybody.