Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Can I lose custody if I don't get rid of a dog

You haven't provided enough information to answer this question. However, there is certainly an argument to be made that the pit-bull puppy is an inherently dangerous animal and that it is not safe for a 4-yr-old to be exposed to one, no matter what safety precautions are attempted. Look, I love animals (have 2 dogs and 2 cats myself) but the best advice i can give you is that it's not worth the potential legal trouble - or physical danger. Unfortunately, I would probably suggest that your daughter find a nice home for the pit-bull and perhaps get a puppy with a more gentle reputation if she wants to live with you and not jeopardize the custody or safety of your 4-yr-old.