This California complaint arose from the shooting of plaintiff's golden retriever dog.  Plaintiff's dog was secure in the backyard which was bordered by a fence.  According to the complaint, defendant intentionally used a high-powered pellet rifle and shot the dog by positioning the rifle over or through the fence.  This injury resulted in plaintiff's dog's death.  The complaint raised three causes of action:  (1) intentional infliction of emotional distress; (2) conversion; and (3) violation of California Civil Code of Procedure Section 3340 (related to damages to animals).

Complaint for Damages (.pdf files 25.0 KB)