Why Use APA Pet Mediation?
Mediation facilitates communication among parties involved in a dispute to help them reach a mutually acceptable agreement. In mediation, the participants, with the mediator's impartial assistance, resolve their own dispute with a goal of fairness for all parties. Pet disputes can be effectively mediated to a fair and constructive resolution with input from all concerned. This allows people to solve a situation quickly and saves the expense of litigation.
In mediation, participants accept responsibility for reaching a fair and constructive settlement agreement. Participants also maintain full decision-making power and are encouraged to exercise that power in an informed, fair and constructive way. Mediation is a means for people to maintain control over their lives and clarify issues and resolve conflicts. Mediation promotes future cooperation, not continued conflict.
| "We owe it to our companion animals to always act in
their best interest, and sometimes our emotions can be
overwhelming. The courts can be a cold place to try to solve a pet issue. Let us help you obtain the most positive possible outcome." - Richard Werner Executive Director |
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Better understanding
APA Mediation focuses on facts and understanding. Participants are better able to understand the other side and come to a quicker and more fair resolution.


