How to decide with whom the pet will stay in case of divorce?

1. If the animal was purchased before marriage:

• The animal remains with the spouse who purchased it, as it is considered personal property.

2. If the animal was purchased during the marriage:

• An animal is considered joint property if:
• It was purchased with joint funds of the spouses.
• No other status of the animal has been proven.
• If the spouses cannot agree on who the animal will stay with:
• The dispute is resolved in court.

3. Exceptions - personal property of one of the spouses:

• An animal is not considered joint property if:
• It was gifted to one of the spouses.
• Inherited during marriage.
• Purchased with personal funds belonging to only one of the spouses.

4. How the court resolves a dispute over an animal:

• The court may consider the following factors:
• Which spouse can provide better conditions for the animal.
• Who took care of the animal before the divorce.
• The interests of children, if they are emotionally attached to the animal.