A depositary of living animals shall provide the animals with necessary and prompt veterinary care, nutrition, and shelter, and treat them kindly. Any depositary that fails to perform these duties may be liable for civil damages as provided by law.

(Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 752, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1999.)

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Terms Used In California Civil Code 1834

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
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