"I took in a cat; 2 years later I'm getting threatened. AITA?"

In Pennsylvania, a person has been caring for a cat they found as a stray for nearly three years. The cat was injured and abandoned, with no tags or microchip. After making efforts to find the owner, the caregiver decided to keep and care for the cat. Recently, someone claiming to be the original owner reached out, saying the cat went missing as a kitten. The current caregiver has doubts about the legitimacy of the claim, especially considering the lack of effort to find the cat initially.

The caregiver has spent significant time and money rehabilitating the cat, including surgery for a broken leg that likely occurred while the cat was with the original owner. The current caregiver is emotionally attached to the cat and is not willing to give it up, especially considering the neglect it experienced previously.

The person claiming to be the original owner is persistently contacting the caregiver and threatening legal action to regain custody of the cat. The caregiver is unsure of how the claimant found them and is feeling anxious about the situation. They are considering seeking legal advice to understand their rights and options.

Given the circumstances, including the length of time the caregiver has had the cat, the lack of effort from the original owner to locate the cat initially, and the neglect the cat experienced before being rescued, it seems unlikely that the claimant would have a strong case in court. However, the caregiver may still want to consult with a lawyer to understand their legal standing and how best to handle the situation. Additionally, if the claimant continues to harass them, the caregiver may explore legal options to discourage further contact.

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