Q: My dog was attacked by another dog. now my dog needs a $4000 surgery. can I make the other dog owner pay?
A: Generally, an aggrieved party may sue another for damage that results to themselves or their property by the negligent acts of another. If an animal has a history of violent acts, it may be classified as a "dangerous animal" and be subject to a higher standard of care by its owner than an owner of a domestic animal without any violent history. This is general information, and you should not rely on it in your specific situation. An attorney needs to first meet with a potential client to determine all relevant facts before providing adequate legal advice. There are certainly more facts I would need to know before rendering a legal opinion as to any expectation of damages. Good luck!
A: To "make" the dog owner pay, you will have to sue the other dog owner. To do so successfully, you will likely need a lawyer. The outcome of your case will depend on whether a judge determines you were at fault, the owner of the other dog was at fault or neither was at fault.
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