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Who is responsible if a dog bites another dog?
The state of California is a strict liability state. This means that if your dog bites another dog, animal or person, generally you are responsible for paying the vet bills and any other necessary damages to the owner of the animal that was bitten.
What happens if my dog is reported for biting another dog?
California law requires that a dog is quarantined after biting someone. However, these bites need to be reported as the quarantine process is triggered by this report. The purpose behind this mandatory quarantine is to make sure that the reported dog does not have rabies.
Should I get rid of my dog if he bites another dog?
If your dog has a serious mental condition, or bites several times no matter how much training you give it, it may be time to remove him from your home. Dogs with mental conditions usually have to be euthanized. Dogs that bite out of fear may simply need new, more calm surroundings.
Are you liable if your dog attacks another dog?
California is one of the states with “strict liability” dog-bite laws that make pet owners responsible for most dog-bite injuries. When the victims sue to get compensation for their damages, it doesn’t matter whether the owners knew their dogs had ever bitten someone before. The law has some limits, however.
What can I do if my neighbor’s dog attacked my dog?
What Steps do I Take After a Dog Attack?
- Identify the dog’s owner.
- Contact animal control.
- Get treatment for your injuries.
- Gather evidence of the attack.
- Contact an experienced dog bite attorney.
What happens if a dog bites my dog?
If your dog receives a bite from another dog the wound can look small and relatively minor, but bite wounds create an ideal environment for bacteria to grow. Left untreated, small bites can result in infection, abscess and more.
Can you trust a dog after it bites?
Dog owners need to do everything they can to keep their dog from biting a human – even one time. This rule essentially means that the owner of the dog is basically free from liability the first time the dog bites someone. However, after the first bite, everything changes.
What to do if your dog bites another dog?
Remain calm
Who pays when a dog bites another dog?
Dog owners are responsible for their pets’ actions, including when one dog bites another dog. Even without an explicit statute addressing dogs biting other dogs, owners must pay damages, including vet bills, when their dog bites another dog. California law classifies pets as property.
What happens if my dog bites another dog?
Although the specific consequences may vary depending on local laws, generally the owner of a dog that bites another dog can be held financially responsible for any veterinary bills caused by the attack. In some jurisdictions, aggression towards other animals can result in the dog being classified as dangerous.
Can I file lawsuit if another dog attacks my Dog?
If you want to sue the owner of the other dog who attacked your dog you will need to prove that they were somehow negligent. This usually means that they failed to properly control or contain their dog. The negligence of the other dog owner will depend on the circumstances of the attack. Let’s consider the following 2 hypothetical scenarios: