Bronsonw

I thought you were bowing out of the thread. I repeat your suggestion was insensitive and idiotic. Bowing out......now!

Wow, welcome to Dol Forum, breeders warned me about this place, nevertheless. My suggestion is one whereby she does not have to confront the death of her friend over and over everyday until the court date. Vet reports, BEFORE and after the incident. Affidavits that she will have to read and approve. History of the dog, especially medical records due to the fact the dog is past the average life expectancy of the breed and be prepared to have people argue that. And the worst problem? It being drawn out. Of course she has a case, of course she will get compensation, but what I have tried to suggest to those giving her "legal" advice is whether the trauma of reliving it everyday is worth it. Yes she already is reliving that trauma, but to do it in a more concentrated way is what I am speaking of. Yes I agree, what I say may appear insensitive, however it is a way of saying that the legal road is an expensive, timely and emotional roller coaster which added onto what the OP is already going through, seems to me it would be adding to that emotional stress. It's easy to say "sue her" and end it at that. You make it sound so easy, in reality it isn't.You guys going to live with the extra stress emotionally and financially everyday? No, she is. Those saying they have went down that road, I am sure you are of a very strong character and can pursue that, is she the same?. To advise someone you don't know to do the same without providing the pro's and con's on such a suggestion isn't right I feel, and I have tried to offer a more realistic, albeit insensitive? suggestion. Who knows if what she reads on this forum is her deciding mind.

Bronsonw maybe it would be best if you bowed out of this conversation. You might mean well but.....??? Haha, looks like I have no choice. Anyway, good luck with whatever avenue you take OP and sorry for your loss.

Of course she can seek legal advice and play the legal system. If her goal would be to set an example, than so be it, that is the course she needs to take. However, her getting a "substantial pay out" from this, think again. I'm not trying to choose sides, but going down the legal road is hell and it would be in her best interests if she doesn't want to make a example than to find alternatives of compensation. Hence my suggestion, as ill thought out that many may think, I would wage highly if it was taken to court, that offer would be on the table from the defendants.

I think that's the last thing Caz would want!! And to have to pay ANY money towards that "service" again, what a joke! I'd be devastated and be so ridden with guilt if I lost a dog on my watch like that, and would more than likely close up shop voluntarily and seek a new career. Just can't believe it Unfortunately emotion plays a very little role in the world of law and to some degree business. Hence why my posts may seem very blunt and not very empathetic. Have to think realistically without emotion.

As much as I sympathize with the OP, the comments of suing are a tad rash and blinded. If it was an employee that has done wrong and if she has been fired, repremanded, than to continue to sue the owner for another's mistake, how is that just? The owner had a duty of care, however so do employees in such a position, we all make mistakes in life, jumping down the "sue her" mentality will bring the OP nothing but grief and a large financial burden which could drag on for years. An alternative I suggest would be a lifetime of grooming for a highly reduced price. Reason not going down the legal route is many, but as a lowly law student I can already foresee countless facts that would adversely affect your chances of "taking her for everything she has got" and in consequence leaving the OP with a rather hefty debt. Please don't encourage a route that you know nothing about, it may seem clear cut, but in fact it isn't, not even close. Once again OP very sorry for your loss, and in no way was my post insencere about what has happened, more of a warning to not to listen to "all" opinions on here.