Animal law is designed to protect the welfare and interests of pets, wildlife, farm animals, animals used in entertainment, and animals used in research and experiments. In addition to defining the rights of animals, animal law also defines the rights of animal owners. Issues may include custody over pets in divorce disputes, veterinary malpractice, wrongful death or injury to a pet, enforceable trusts for pets, disputes involving "no pet" policies, and cruelty against animals, including the issue of who has standing to sue on behalf of animals.

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Ask a Lawyer - Animal Law questions answered by leading lawyers When Is a Walk in the Park More Than Just a Walk in the Park? Jackie from Connecticut asks: I often let my dog roam while I walk him. He is kind and gentle and would not hurt anyone. I was given a ticket for not obeying the leash law in the park where I was walking him. I have never heard of anything so ridiculous. Could you please explain this to me? Do Animals Have Rights? Do animals have rights similar to those which people have?