Actress Denise Richards confronts estranged husband Aaron Phypers at his house as tensions escalate in ongoing divorce and restraining order battle.

High‑Stakes Confrontation Over Beloved Pet

August 4, 2025:Denise Richards arrived unannounced at Aaron Phypers’ Calabasas home on August 3, 2025, seeking to retrieve her dog—only to claim that Phypers had euthanized the animal without her consent. The actress, who holds a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Phypers, reportedly entered the property with the help of his parents while Phypers was away.

Police Called, No Arrest Made

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene, where Denise was seen banging on the back door demanding entry. After entering, she allegedly confronted Phypers’ elderly parents and brother—shouting, swinging at his brother, and throwing mail—though she later exited without any criminal charges filed. Deputies concluded no laws were broken during the exchange.

Conflicting Claims About the Dog

Richards’ legal team maintains that Phypers acted without her knowledge and dissolved the dog’s life. A source close to Phypers counters this claim, stating categorically that the allegation he “put down” her dog is “100 percent, absolutely false”.

Already Tense Divorce Battle

Richard’s attempt to retrieve the dog comes amid escalating legal conflict: she obtained a restraining order in mid‑July accusing Phypers of years of physical and emotional abuse, including choking, slaps, head injuries, death threats, and unauthorized surveillance. Phypers has vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that Richards is lying and instead accusing her of substance abuse and endangering their daughter.

What Happens Next

Their temporary restraining order is due to expire on August 8, 2025, when a court hearing will determine whether it will be extended. Until then, Phypers is prohibited from coming within 100 yards of Denise, her residence, workplace, and vehicle.

Why This Matters

This incident over Richards’ dog underscores the volatility of the couple’s high-profile separation. The allegations—including animal distress, domestic violence claims, and potential abuse of the restraining order—have turned what was once a private marital breakdown into a public and legally fraught saga.