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What impact can a separation or divorce have on a pet?
An estimated quarter of divorces involve the custody of a pet, with some recent high-profile separations putting 'pet nups' in the spotlight. Our vet Dr. James Greenwood looks into the impact it can have on an animal and why whose name is on a dog or cat's microchip could affect the owner's legal rights to custody.
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