If my ex-wife and her fiance are adopting a pit bull terrier who comes from an abusive home, what are my rights to protect my children who live there 50% of the time?
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If my ex-wife and her fiance are adopting a pit bull terrier who comes from an abusive home, what are my rights to protect my children who live there 50% of the time?
To top it off, it just came to light last year that our youngest daughter is allergic to dogs.
Asked on January 6, 2012 under Family Law, New York
Answers:
Paula McGill / Paula J. McGill, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Give your ex-wife an ultimatium -- get rid of the dog or you will file for full custody. Depending on the circumstances, a judge might grant your request. You should consult with the attorney who handled you original divorce to determine if your state considers this news danger a material change that adversely influences the well being of your children.
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