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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 5, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami family seeks legal action to recover poodle from temporary dog sitter

A Miami mother is pursuing legal and police action to recover a family poodle that a temporary dog sitter has refused to return. The sitter, who operates a dog breeding business, has reportedly declined multiple requests to return the dog despite the family's ongoing personal crisis.

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Why It Matters

The dispute highlights the legal complexities of pet ownership and temporary boarding agreements, currently involving police reports and civil litigation in Miami-Dade County.

Key Facts

  • Hanna Bustos hired a temporary dog sitter who operates a dog breeding company.
  • The family has not seen their poodle, Lucy, for seven months.
  • The dog sitter has explicitly refused to return the dog to the family.
  • The family has filed two reports with the Miami Police Department.
  • The family has retained an attorney to pursue the matter in civil court.
  • The family has launched a public campaign titled 'Bring Lucy' to recover the dog.

Who's Mentioned

personHanna Bustos“Mother of five and cancer patient seeking to recover family dog.”personRoger Busto“Husband of Hanna Bustos involved in the recovery efforts.”locationMiami-Dade County“Location of the dog sitter's residence.”organizationMiami Police Department“Law enforcement agency where reports were filed.”otherLucy“One-year-old poodle at the center of the custody dispute.”