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My dog attacked another dog. Am I liable for future vet bills?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 8 months old | 72 lbs

My dog attacked another dog causing injury? I've offered to pay the vet bills for the initial treatment, am I liable for costs for future treatment?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2018

There is no clear law regarding this issue, it's best to come with an agreement with the owner of the dog that has been injured, if you will not come to an agreement and the owner will decide to sue you, there is no telling how this is going to end and how much you will need to pay.

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