DIVISION 3. OBLIGATIONS 1427-3272.9›PART 4. OBLIGATIONS ARISING FROM PARTICULAR TRANSACTIONS 1738-3273›TITLE 3. DEPOSIT 1813-1881.2›CHAPTER 2. Deposit for Keeping 1833-1867›ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [1833. - [1840.]]
§ 1834
California Civil Code · 2018-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California
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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