A replevin action for a pet, known in Minnesota as a claim and delivery action, may be brought when there is a property ownership dispute. This article will explain what "replevin" is, and why this type of lawsuit can be useful for recovering personal property.Customer: I was a defedent in a Writ of Replevin over a dog. Exceptions include, but are not limited to, the following: Civil Process Originating Outside the State of Minnesota; Lien Sales; Writ of Execution. Replevin is an effective civil remedy to get your dog back. Ask the vet to give you a copy of any forms they have on file. These forms must be filled out and submitted to the Clerk of the Court together. Plaintiff was injured while exercising defendant's pet dog. Since there was-no allegation in the complaint that defendant was in any way responsible for the icy.