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Houseman v. Dare
Citation:
966 A.2d 24 (2009), 405 N.J. Super. 538 (2009)Facts
Doreen Houseman and Eric Dare were in a relationship for thirteen years, purchased a home together in 1999, became engaged in 2000, and jointly purchased a pedigree dog for $1,500 in 2003, registering both as owners with the American Kennel Club. When Dare ended their engagement in May 2006, Houseman testified that Dare told her she could have the dog and agreed she would receive the dog and half the equity in their jointly-owned house. Houseman vacated the residence in July 2006, taking the dog with her. She allowed Dare visitation with the dog, and he returned the animal after each visit. When Houseman requested a written agreement, Dare told her to trust him and promised not to keep the dog from her. In February 2007, Houseman left the dog with Dare while on vacation, but when she requested its return on March 4, 2007, Dare refused. Houseman filed suit seeking specific performance and a declaratory judgment of ownership.
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