2006-06-14 02:21:04 · 5 answers · asked by William S 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
the wrath of the pet owner.......
carpet bombing-----pipe bombs
nuclear devices.............
those beasts.....
2006-06-14 02:25:39 · answer #1 · answered by rottentothecore 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how your pet is lost. If the pet is lost during a procedure of which you were aware, and no undue risks were taken, they face no liability in the loss of that pet. If you were not made aware of the risks, or if you feel undue risks were taken with your pets health, then they are liable for whatever risks are taken. Its the same as in human medicine. You take risks by allowing treatment of your animal, and if those risks are managed properly, then the vet is not liable for what may occur. That being said, they are also responsible to mention to you any specific risks of death or injury from procedures, and to have you sign a waiver (just like in the hospital for humans...) that those risks have been explained to you.
2006-06-14 09:34:31 · answer #2 · answered by skachicah35 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some states (if not all) the law considers animals chattel which means that clinics really don't have much liability. You might be able to claim something from their malpractice insurance if you can prove that your pet had future earning potential - for instance, money from breeding him/her - which you have now lost due to their negligence.
2006-06-14 09:52:58 · answer #3 · answered by dominic_shugart 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you read the fine print on the waiver form before signing it? If not then it is your lost.
2006-06-14 09:29:10 · answer #4 · answered by star_17_ca 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could sue.
2006-06-20 19:31:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋