Neighbor’s Dog Tragically Run Over, But Who’s Responsible for the Vet Bill?

Living in close proximity to our neighbors can sometimes lead to unexpected conflicts. A 33-year-old man shares a story of a tragic accident that has left his relationship with his neighbor in tatters. The neighbor’s dog was run over in the man’s driveway, and now the neighbor is demanding compensation for the vet bills. But who is really responsible for this heartbreaking incident? Let’s dive into the story and find out.

Friendly Neighbors, Barking Dogs

The Dogs’ Constant Presence

A Tragic Morning

The Heartbreaking Outcome

The Vet Bill Dispute

Our Stance on Responsibility

Carpool Driver’s Opinion

Neighbor’s Reaction

The Fence Goes Up

Additional Details

The Dog’s Size

Driver and Neighbor Communication ️

A Heartbreaking Accident and a Bitter Dispute

This tragic tale of a dog run over in a driveway has left a once-cordial relationship between neighbors in shambles. The neighbor blames the man and his mother for the accident and demands that they pay the vet bills, but they believe it was the neighbor’s responsibility to keep the dog secure. The carpool driver also refuses to pay, saying the neighbor should have been more careful. With the neighbor now erecting a fence and avoiding eye contact, it seems this dispute has caused a permanent rift. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Neighbor’s negligence leads to tragic accident. NTA for fence.

Dog owner lets pet roam free, gets hit by car. NAH.

Neighbor’s dog not on leash, NTA not responsible for vet bill

Dog owner and driver share responsibility, but neighbor is negligent. ESH

Neighbor’s dog tragically run over, but commenters agree NTA for not paying vet bill.

Insurance agent shares story of similar case, NTA not responsible.

Neighbor’s dog, your driveway, and a vet bill. NTA wins.

Driver and neighbor share fault, but driver should have been cautious

Neighbor neglects dogs, erects fence, not responsible for vet bill. NTA

Accident or not, vet bill responsibility is a hot topic

Neighbor’s mistake, neighbor’s fault. Driver not responsible. NTA

Commenter supports OP, declares them NTA

Commenter says NTA, but reminds owner to secure garden

Neighbor’s irresponsibility caused tragedy, not OP or van driver. NTA

Who’s responsible for the vet bill? The dog owner or driver?

Loose dog, loose responsibility. NTA takes the blame

Neighbor’s dog run over, but NTA. Don’t pay vet bill

Pet owner argues neighbor should be liable for dog’s death. NTA

Proper precautions could have saved the dog, NTA wins

Dog owner and driver share responsibility, but who pays vet bill?

Gate left open, neighbor not responsible for vet bill.

Former animal control worker explains why neighbor is NTA

ESH, but giving any amount of money would make you NTA

Dog owners’ entitlement: NTA comment calls them out

Dog owner’s negligence leads to tragedy and bill dispute.

Neighbor’s vicious dogs, waking nightmare, and self-defense. NTA

Tragic accident leads to vet bill dispute and finger-pointing. ESH.

Neighbor’s negligence leads to tragic accident, not OP’s responsibility.

Owner won’t win in court. NTA for not paying vet bill.

Neighbor expects payment for their own neglectful actions.

Owner at fault for not controlling dog, driver not responsible.

Responsible pet owner takes accountability for their animals

Neighbor should pay vet bill for dog they failed to contain

Secure your dogs! NTA not responsible for tragic accident.

Did the driver have a blind spot or just not check?

Heartfelt story of a similar accident, offering comfort and understanding. ❤️

Secure your dog, secure your wallet.

Know your local laws before blaming the dog owner.

Commenter questions phrasing of accident and responsibility for vet bill

Clear responsibility and action taken, NTA in tragic accident.

NAH. Dog owner grieving and looking for someone to blame.

Drive slow in neighborhoods to avoid accidents and hostility. NTA.

Commenter believes not responsible for neighbor’s dog’s vet bill.

Dog owner not responsible for vet bill, NTA.

Driver and neighbor share fault for dog’s death.

Neighbor not responsible for vet bill, RIP Sparky

Dog owner takes full responsibility for pet’s safety. NTA

Dog owner takes responsibility, neighbor blames others.

Dog owner takes responsibility for pet’s injury, neighbor not liable

You’re not responsible for his dog’s accident ‍♀️. Let him be angry.

Owner’s negligence leads to tragedy, NTA for not paying vet bill.

Neighbor’s dog tragically run over, but NTA should pay vet bill

Neighbor’s unleashed dog hit by car, who pays vet bill? NTA.

Owning a pet means owning the liability. NTA

Passionate comment condemns outdoor dog owners with strong language

Neighbor erects fence after dog incident, NTA for OP.

Driver’s responsibility questioned based on dog’s size and supervision.

Carpool driver should be responsible for vet bills. Neighbor is also TA

Commenter not at fault for tragic dog accident

Commenter not at fault for dog’s accident expenses

Owner at fault for dog’s death, NTA for not paying.

Owner responsibility for pet safety, neighbor needs to grow up

Commenter not responsible for dog’s accident, relieved

Dog owner responsible for vet bill, not the driver. NTA

Neighbor’s dog tragedy leads to discussion on responsibility and solutions.

Commenter argues against leaving dogs outside, receives no replies.

Legal advice needed for vet bill, commenter says NTA