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In recent news, a high-profile breakup between Mahua Moitra and Jai Anand Dehadrai has taken an unexpected turn as they find themselves embroiled in a bitter dispute over custody of their beloved rottweiler, Henry..
The issue of pet custody is not limited to married couples going through a divorce but has now extended to live-in and committed relationships as well..
Just like child custody battles, determining ownership of pets after a breakup has become a contentious issue..
Lawyers assert that the person who adopts the pet, pays for its expenses, or serves as the primary caregiver has a stronger case in these custody disputes, a TOI report stated...
Prominent divorce lawyer, Mrunalini Deshmukh, told TOI about the increasing significance of pet custody in separations, comparing it to child custody battles..
