Oklahoma Pet Law FAQs

• Q: Another Person Claims That A Missing Animal Is Theirs, But I Am Sure It Is Mine. Who Will Win?
  A: If you and another person both claim ownership to a strayed animal, the sheriff will turn the matter over to the small claims division of the district court. Once in … More
• Q: Is It Illegal To Conceal A Strayed Animal?
  A: Yes, concealing a strayed animal is equivalent to stealing it. Any person who conceals a strayed animal, or fails to comply with the law will be guilty of the felony … More
• Q: My Tenants Have Not Paid Rent For Several Months. Can I Take Their Cattle And Sell It To Pay For The Rent?
  A: Generally yes. Under the process of distraint, you can legally seize your tenant's cattle, but you may not sell it immediately. After seizing the cattle, you must … More
• Q: What Happens If The Tenants Try To Re-Take The Seized Cattle?
  A: If the tenant tries to take back the seized cattle, then they will be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine and or imprisonment. In addition, you may recover … More
• Q: I Want To Start A Horse Studding Business With My Stallion. What Is The Best Way Of Doing This?
  A: The best way of letting your animal to service is through publication in a local newspaper where the animal is kept for a majority of the mating season. The … More
• Q: What Else Can I Do To Protect My Horse Studding Business?
  A: As a breeder, you can protect yourself from non­paying customers by placing a lien on the offspring of any animal that you helped breed. In order to do so, you … More
• Q: I Found Out That The Pedigree Of The Stallion That Serviced My Horse Is False. What Rights Do I Have?
  A: In short, you do not have to pay for the service of your animal. If the owner of a stallion falsely advertises or represents his services, that owner will lose any … More
• Q: I Think That My Neighbor Stole My Cow And Used It For His Cow Hide Business. Is There A Way For Me To Check The Hide?
  A: Yes, a person is free to inspect the hides within a certain time period. A person who is in the business of butchering and selling hides is required to keep a record … More
• Q: I Want To Brand A Cow But It Already Has A Brand Mark On It. Is This Legal
  A: It depends. If the cow is rightfully yours, then you can brand it in any way. If however, the cow is not rightfully yours and you brand over it, then it is a felony … More
• Q: Do I Need Any Permits To Move My Cattle From One Place To Another
  A: Yes. If you plan on moving your animals, you should be prepared to show a permit containing a description of each head of livestock, the name of your farm, the place … More
• Q: My Lost Dog Was Turned In To The Dog Pound. When I Went To Pick Him Up, He Was Sick And Died In His Cage. Can I Sue The Dog Pound?
  A: No. The dog pound only has the duty to return any lost dog to their rightful owners. The dog pound will not be liable if the dog was injured or killed during the … More

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