A Delaware court is navigating a custody dispute over a goldendoodle named Tucker, highlighting the legal complexities of pet ownership post-separation. While Delaware law treats dogs as personal property, a judge considered the animal's best interests, a standard adopted by some states for divorcing couples. The court ultimately opted for a partition sale, requiring the estranged co-owners to bid for full ownership, as both were deemed equally capable of care. This case underscores the evolving legal landscape for companion animals when unmarried owners separate.