Detention/refusal to surrender dog & everything I own.

[Acoley]

Ok, there's a lot to cover here but please stick with it - I need all the advice I can get.

I previously lived with my then boyfriend for two years. He owned the condo, we never signed anything, so much as talked about rent, or discussed financial obligations. We broke up and suddenly the locks were changed. My dog is in there along with absolutely everything I own. This was about a month ago and he has since refused any and all communication between us. After about two weeks, once I was able to grasp how insane the whole situation is, I demanded entry. When I didn't even get an answer at the door I called the police. I have had APD out there with me twice now and even though it was clear he was in the condo he simply did not answer the door for the officers. They both claimed they couldn't do anything else to help.
I have sent the demand letter but he refused to sign for it. From what I understand, the remedy I'm seeking is trover. I need to find something that will grant me immediate relief for at least my dog. The other property can be sued for but my dog needs to be rescued.
I've contacted the county animal services and, though they were sympathetic, felt they couldn't offer any actual assistance. I tried city and county police who each tell me to contact the other.
The dog is undeniably mine. I've had him for 7 years and have only known the 'defendant' for two years. He has no claim to him whatsoever.

 

[army judge]

Your lawful remedies have been exhausted.
You can stake the place out, record his comings and goings to establish a pattern.
Say he leaves everyday at 7:30AM.
You could arrange the cops to meet you at 7:29AM, if the cops agree, and you'll be allowed a few minutes to collect some junk.
But, if dude says the dog is his, or the microwave is his, the cops generally won't let you take it.
They'll tell you off to court you must go to try and convince a judge to sign an order permitting you to retrieve certain junk.

If he's already destroyed some stuff, kiss it goodbye.
This is a problem people face who choose to room or cohabit without being married.
Not judging, simply stating the legal stuff.

For future reference, you didn't have to leave when he asked you to leave.
You should have not moved in without being placed on the lease.
You see, had he changed the locks then, you could sue him for a wrongful eviction.
Your best option to retrieve your beloved pooch, hire a lawyer.
The lawyer can assist, or talk to one or two lawyers in your city, see what they advise.