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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]If a delivery driver (Fedex, etc) is in our yard and injures our dog because they fear being bitten, can the driver be responsible for the vet bills? Our dog is all bark and no bite, but I admit she can definitely seem aggressive to delivery drivers. I work from home and sometimes the dog is outside when a driver pulls up. I always go out there immediately and call the dog to me. In the intervening minute or two, most drivers toss a few treats out and the dog is fine. One regular just ignores her while our dog barks at him. Mail carrier honks her horn until I come out. The other day our stupid dog ran barking at the truck, and when I went out there, the driver was facing her with an aluminum baseball bat. He put the bat down as soon as he saw me. I called the dog, and it was fine. I get it. I think everyone has a right to self defense against a dog. I STRONGLY PREFER that drivers would have a non-lethal and non-injurious method like pepper spray or an air horn. But I get it. So, what happens if the driver gets scared and takes a swing? Can they be sued for damages? (In a situation where the dog is NOT actively attacking, just acting aggressive and scary). [/quote] I think you are more likely to be sued because your dog is menacing the driver. What if he pulls his back out or twists his ankle on your property because of your dog??$$ check your homeowners policy is up to date- you must notify the insurance company that you have dogs on the property. [/quote]
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