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Who gets the dog? Legal truths, animal welfare and post-split pet arrangements with the RSPCA

In this episode, host Kate is joined by Dr Samantha Gaines, Head of the RSPCA’s Companion Animals Science and Policy department, and Carol Harte, Divorce Specialist at amicable, to debunk some common myths about separating with pets.

About pets

Pets are family too — and questions about who keeps the dog, how to share custody of a cat, or how to support an animal through household change are rarely covered elsewhere. These episodes look at the legal status of pets in UK separations and the emotional realities of splitting a household that includes them.

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Episode #136: Who gets the dog? Legal truths, animal welfare and post-split pet arrangements with the RSPCA
Pets
30 April 2025
29 MIN

Who gets the dog? Legal truths, animal welfare and post-split pet arrangements with the RSPCA

In this episode, host Kate is joined by Dr Samantha Gaines, Head of the RSPCA’s Companion Animals Science and Policy department, and Carol Harte, Divorce Specialist at amicable, to debunk some common myths about separating with pets.

#136
Episode #32: Exploring what happens to pets in a divorce with Dr Rory Cowlam
Pets
21 September 2021
43 MIN

Exploring what happens to pets in a divorce with Dr Rory Cowlam

Kate is joined by Rory the Vet and Oli Juste, dog behaviourist, to discuss all things pet and separation.

#32

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