Dogs have no idea what divorce is, but they do know when you are tense, angry or worried. The most useful questions to ask are: how is my dog responding to my stress? How can I best help my dog if I am feeling anxious or angry? What are the signs to look for to know if my dog is okay

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The idea of considering your dog’s custody may feel too overwhelming or emotional to even think about. However, it is normally a relief once the conversation is started. Making the choice yourself can also help avoid the worst-case scenario of a judge making that decision for you in court.

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"Is shared custody good for dogs? The short answer is this: not all dogs adjust well to shared custody. Some dogs can settle in just fine to a life split between two homes, but this is not always the case." read Karis’ article here

Shared Custody Article

Signs of stress in dogs to pay attention to during and after a divorce or breakup.

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Pet Custody: Have you thought about who will keep the dog?
Yes, this is an uncomfortable question, but it is something you should discuss with your partner before you would ever think you need to.

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In the eyes of the law, pets are property when it comes to divorce, but new ways of working out custody of the dog, cat or parrot have sprung up with special mediators and “petnups” to avoid courtroom disputes.

NBC Bay area article