Section 676: Owner of animal to bear liability for loss or damage caused by animal

The owner of an animal which is kept by or under the control of him or her shall be liable for any loss or damage caused by the animal to anyone.

Provided that the owner of the animal shall not be liable for any loss or damage caused by the animal while being appropriately controlled by the owner by taking adequate safety measures according to its behaviour, or caused as a result of any act, default or negligence of the loss or damage sustaining person himself or herself.

Explanation: For the purposes of this Section, the term “animal” means a domestic animal or wildlife or avian of any type under one’s control, and also includes a domestic, reptile or wild avian as well.