Am I Legally Responsible If My Dog Injures Or Kills My Neighbor's Cattle Or Other Livestock?

Other Montana Pet Law FAQs

• Q: What Is The Relevant Law In Montana That Governs Animals And Pets?
  A: Montana State Statutes cover criminal matters and licensing requirements for pets and animals in the sub­sections contained within section 7­23 of the Montana … More
• Q: Am I Legally Responsible If My Dog Bites A Human Being?
  A: Yes. If, without provocation, your dog bites another person in a place where they lawfully have the right to be, such as any public property or private property which … More
• Q: What Does It Mean For A Dog To Be A Vicious Dog?
  A: A vicious dog is one that has, without being provoked, bitten or attempted to bite a human being, chased, bitten, injured or killed any other domestic animal or … More
• Q: My Neighbor's Dog Has Repeatedly Chased And At Times Injured My Livestock. Can I Kill My Neighbor's Dog?
  A: Yes. If you see your neighbor's dog harassing your livestock, by chasing them or worrying them, you are justified in killing the dog with no liability to your … More
• Q: Can I Get In Trouble If My Dog Barks Too Much?
  A: Yes. Your county has the power to regulate barking dogs. This means that if any law enforcement officer of your county finds that your dog is a nuisance because of its … More
• Q: Does My Dog Need To Be Licensed?
  A: Yes. It is unlawful to own or harbor a dog over the age of 5 months if it does not have a valid license issued by the county or municipality where the dog is kept. … More
• Q: I Let My Dog Run Free And Do Not Keep Him/Her Restrained On My Property. Are There Any Legal Consequences That I Should Worry About?
  A: It depends. If your dog is unlicensed and is running free any law enforcement officer can seize and then impound the animal. The dog can even be sold. It is unlawful … More
• Q: Can I Be Punished If I Do Not Take Good Enough Care Of My Dog Or Other Animals?
  A: Yes. Each county, city or town has the right to punish those who treat animals cruelly. Cruelty to animals can include failing to give them proper nourishment, … More
• Q: I Want To Adopt A Pet From An Animal Shelter. Are There Any Restrictions?
  A: Yes. Generally, you will only be allowed to adopt a pet that has been spayed or neutered. However, you will be allowed to adopt a pet that has not been spayed or … More
• Q: Can I Set Up A Trust Or Will So That When I Die A Person Of My Choosing Will Receive Ownership Of My Pet?
  A: Yes, it is perfectly fine to set up in a trust a legal means by which your pet will be transferred to the ownership of a chosen person who will take care of your pet … More