I don't have anything to add to what everyone has already said. I get a lot of calls at the humane society about legal advice on situations, but I never know what to say. I'd hate to tell them something and turn out to be wrong so I have them call animal control and ask their advice.

I really hope you can get this peacefully worked out. If you ask me, everything is in your favor. But again, I could be wrong.

Good luck and welcome to Pet Talk!