Mike discusses with Catherine Leach, Family Lawyer/CEO of Leach Legal, the recent amendments to British Columbia’s family law recognizing pets’ welfare in family breakdowns.

This sets a precedent for jurisdictions like Australia, where current law treats pets as property in settlements, overlooking their emotional importance. British Columbia’s model considers the ability to care for the animal, history of cruelty, and signs of domestic violence, recognizing the complexity of human-animal relationships.

Adopting a similar approach in Australia could lead to more compassionate handling of pets in property settlement cases, prioritizing their wellbeing in legal proceedings and aligning with contemporary views on animal welfare.

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