Tennessee Code > Title 44 > Chapter 17 > Part 2 – Dogs Killing Livestock
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| § 44-17-201 | Owners of dogs are liable for livestock killed |
| § 44-17-202 | Ignorance of dog’s habits is no defense |
| § 44-17-203 | No damages recoverable for killing or injuring such dog |
Terms Used In Tennessee Code > Title 44 > Chapter 17 > Part 2 - Dogs Killing Livestock
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Livestock: means all equine as well as animals that are being raised primarily for use as food or fiber for human utilization or consumption including, but not limited to, cattle, sheep, swine, goats, and poultry. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
- Person: includes a corporation, firm, company or association. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105