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07-19-2009, 08:05 PM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: WI
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| Riley's gone! 2 weeks ago, I was met in the hallway here where I live, and was handed a 5 day notice to move or remove my Riley from the premises! It's because in May, while I was out walking Riley, he jumped up on a "guest/visitor", and she immediately said, "he just bit me! If he broke the skin, I'm going to the cops and reporting you to the office." I couldn't believe what she was saying, because I was standing right there, and Riley wasn't upset or anything. I did apologize profusely anyways tho, and she went into the building. To this day, I can't believe that Riley bit her; he just doesn't do that unless you're a kid being mean to him. Well, I never heard back about it again, until the building manager handed me the eviction papers! She also said she's been "trying to reach me by phone, and by knocking on my door". This is not true, because I wear my cellphone at all times in my bra, because I have no pockets. And, if I were home, Riley certainly would've told me. I very rarely ever leave my apartment, unless I really have to, or Riley has to. The people who also live here are also livid...they all LOVE MY RILEY DOG. So now, Riley is living with my son a few miles away, rolling in the dirt outside his trailer, being "one of the guys", and I sit here crying all the time. I'm just heart broken, and even though I know I can go see Riley any time I want to, I know Riley won't get the "proper" care he should have, even though I wrote it all out so my son could easily understand everything. I want to have my Riley back sooooo badly, I'm even looking for another place to live who will allow me to have him there with me, but I need to have a subsidized housing unit, being that I am disabled, and cannot find any doable employment. I'm going to see the county elderly and disabled helping people this week I hope. Oh, and the gal did go to the office and report me, and she even went to the cops and reported me! The report says only a small red mark was visible on her thigh, and it didn't qualify as a dog bite. Sorry about the long post, but I'm so depressed.........!!!!! |
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07-19-2009, 08:09 PM | #2 |
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| I'm sorry your heart is hurting. I hope that you will be able to find another place to live so that you can get Riley back. Just think of it as a set back...not permanent. Good luck!
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07-19-2009, 08:09 PM | #3 |
YT 3000 Club Member | That really sucks, why is the lady being such a bitch, and then they say they were trying to get ahold of you thats bs. I cant believe she called the cops for a scratch, he probably was just saying hello and she got all weird. I live in a apartment so that really sucks, and I too would miss my guy. I wish you lots of luck in finding a place to live |
07-19-2009, 08:19 PM | #4 |
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| I am so sorry you are going through this right now. I will pray that things work out for you and Riley.This is just a sad situation. My heart just breaks for you. That lady better remember.......what goes around comes around!!!
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07-19-2009, 08:23 PM | #5 |
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| That is awful! I would be completely horrified! I live in an apartment as well and it is pet friendly, I could not imagine not having my two! That is awful, I hope that you can find some decent housing soon so you can be back with your babe! Good luck!
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07-19-2009, 08:24 PM | #6 | |
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I'm a firm believer in Karma. To the OP, could you try appealing the notice from the landlord? There must be some kind of protection for you. If the police report doesn't think the mark on that lady's thigh qualifies as a dog bite, can't you use that to your defence? Maybe you could also get the other tenants to sign a petition stating that they like Riley and want him to stay. I hope something works out in your favour soon.
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07-19-2009, 08:25 PM | #7 |
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| I am so sorry for you and your little Riley (I also have a Ryle) just remember to have positive thoughts, everything happens for a reason and I just know everything is going to turn out for you and Riley. I will be praying for you. |
07-19-2009, 08:26 PM | #8 |
The 3 Musketeers Donating Member | I am disabled also and my psychiatrist wrote a letter stating that my dog needs to be with me at all times due to my condition. Now I don't know what your disability is, but you might be able to get a letter from your doctor that would bring Riley home. PM me and I'll give you the details.
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07-19-2009, 08:44 PM | #9 |
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| Thank you for your thoughts on this... Hi, it's me again. I doubt it if a letter from my Dr would do any good...she said that she has to "protect " the others that live in this building also, and they shouldn't have to be afraid of anyones animal. NO ONE is afraid of my Riley, in fact, they all came "running" down the halls to see Riley when we were on our way out of the building. I'm looking for another place, but we don't have that much available that allows pets in my area. My only hope is the County people I'm calling tomorrow morning. Apparently I'm not the first this has happened to. Wish me luck. I want my Riley back, even if I stay here. He was evicted for no good reason...and I did explain to her on the phone that I needed to have Riley here with me...She told me to "Stop being a baby about this!" and hung up on me. Thankyou for all the encouragement. |
07-19-2009, 09:30 PM | #10 | |
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You live in subsidized housing, is this HUD ? any Subsidizized housing has very strict laws they HAVE TO follow> I know this for a fact, DO not be intimadated by them, and if you are legally disabled , you have rights . If you are seeing a MD , Psych Dr. Therapist on a regular basis , then any professional of this nature can write a letter stating that a "service dog" is what you need , even in a no pet apartment complex. What it is under the American with disabilites act is a request for reasonable accomadation. It is not actually the landord who makes this decison, it goes to a higher authority, the "main people in charge" Under subsidized housing" their is always more people in charge then just the manager> You need to go higher up. I also live in low income housing . I have a service dog for myself, and my son has one to. Therfore, we have two dogs in our apartment complex. My son is 16 yrs old, I am fully disabled he is high functioning autistic > I've been there . Legally, the only way apartments or subsidized housing can deny a service dog is if it would make the insurance go up or they would have to change the structure of the building >Otherwise they can be sued for not allowing reasonable accomadations for a person with a disability a service animal to live comforably just like everyone else , under the ADA is a violation of the LAW . Start reading your leagal rights , as a person with a disability and service dogs. I am certain it will help you feel a lot better. Please do not give up .You have lot's of rights. Riley deserves to be with you, and you deserve to be with Riley.
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07-20-2009, 04:50 AM | #12 |
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| I think I would also consider a petition of the other residence and ask them to write letters for you or sign a petition saying that Riley was not a biter but a friendly dog and how much they enjoyed him...... for when/if you get a hearing. |
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07-20-2009, 05:18 AM | #14 |
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