MY DOG BIT YOUR DOG, CASE CLOSED

Hamilton, Anita (2004) “Woof, woof, your honor” NEWSWEEK, 12, 12, p. 46

Beyond the traditional law relative to animals, pet court cases are beginning to emerge in civil court. Cases can run from pet hurting another pet, to human vets being sued for malpractice.

When marriages go bust, who gets the cat or dog? There is now a Harvard law course on the subject. Some animal law is now taught in 40 law schools.

If you treat your animal companions badly, don’t be surprised to see yourself in court. The witness is a neighbor and you are fined $1,000. 00.