Florida § 767.05 - Owner’s liability for damages by dog to dairy cattle.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 767.05 — Owner’s liability for damages by dog to dairy cattle., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 767.05. Owner’s liability for damages by dog to dairy cattle.
An owner or keeper of any dog that kills, wounds, or harasses any dairy cattle shall be jointly and severally liable to the owner of such dairy cattle for all damages done by such dog; and it is not necessary to prove notice to or knowledge by any such owner or keeper of such dog that the dog was mischievous or disposed to kill or worry any dairy cattle.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 767.05
What does Florida Statutes § 767.05 cover?
Section 767.05 ("Owner’s liability for damages by dog to dairy cattle.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 767.05?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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