Fla. Case Sets Tone for Upping Pet Value

Fla. Case Sets Tone for Upping Pet Value

TAMPA, Fla. -- Many pet owners consider their animals family. But in many states, the strict letter of the law considers them property -- like a car, chair or pencil. However, a recent court decision in Florida may lead to changes in that mindset, and provide pet owners with more rights for animals. The change stems from a judge's ruling in a case that began with a Dalmatian attacking a Yorkie. Spoiled and wonderful -- the words Staci Mitvalsky uses to describe her tiny Yorkie, Jo… read more