For the 1st time, B.C. judge awards custody of family pet in divorce case
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For the 1st time, B.C. judge awards custody of family pet in divorce case

Published Apr 25, 2025 at 10:00pm

For the first time since recent changes to B.C. Family Law, a Supreme Court has awarded custody of a family pet in a divorce.

Under changes enacted to the law last year, pets are recognized as family members, not possessions and legal decisions on pet custody will now consider the well-being of the pet, including the care provided and any history of family violence.