File the Complaint: File the replevin complaint with the appropriate court. If you are seeking immediate return of your dog, a bond is required at double the value, to protect the defending party against wrongful action.Emergency replevin actions are filed in district court, not small claims court. An attorney will help you present your strongest case. Basically, replevin is a term used to describe suing for the return of property, which is known as "chattel. " Pets generally fall into the "chattel" category. You must be 18 yrs old or older, and be the legal owner and a resident of Oakland, to surrender your pet. Complete Pet Profile Questionnaire. Under replevin actions. The bill dealing with home improvement frauds contem- plates a complete study of that entire matter.