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bobweissman
bobweissman
Level 6
April 1, 2022
Question

Dog is dependent, cat is not

  • April 1, 2022
  • 2 replies
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My dog is very dependent on me for walks, grooming, medication, etc., not to mention constant companionship. So I will claim her as a dependent.

 

My cat, on the other hand, is quite independent, using a litter box, grooming herself, and not needing constant companionship, so I doubt I can claim her.

 

Right? 

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    Level 15
    xmasbaby0Level 15
    Level 15
    April 1, 2022

    Did the kitty have over $4300 of income in 2021--not counting Social Security?

    **Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
      taxlady28
      Level 10
      April 1, 2022

      Both the cat and dog will need someone to take care of them while you are in jail.

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