Chinese Court Orders ⁢Compensation for Miscarriage Caused by Off-Leash Dog

A Chinese court has ruled in favor of a woman who ‍suffered a miscarriage ‍after being frightened by an off-leash dog. ⁣The court ​ordered the dog’s owner to compensate the woman 90,000 yuan (approximately 16.78⁤ million ‍won).

According ​to the South China Morning Post,⁢ the woman, Yan, had undergone⁤ several in vitro⁤ fertilization surgeries over ​the past three years before becoming pregnant. However, her pregnancy was cut short when‍ an off-leash golden retriever ran towards her while‌ she was four months pregnant.

Yan immediately visited the hospital, where ⁣doctors were unable to detect the fetus’s heartbeat. She subsequently filed a lawsuit against the dog’s owner, Lee, citing Chinese animal laws that require pet ⁤owners to keep their dogs ⁤on ⁤a lead in⁢ public places.

Lee argued that golden retrievers are gentle and often trained⁣ for ⁤the visually impaired, and suggested that‌ Yan⁣ should have been more careful as a pregnant woman. However, the court ruled​ in Yan’s favor, stating that it was‌ reasonable for a pregnant⁢ woman to walk near her ⁤home and that Lee’s⁢ dog was​ not on a leash, causing Yan to become frightened and miscarry.

Chinese Animal Laws and Pet Owner Responsibility

Chinese animal laws emphasize the importance of pet owner responsibility, particularly in public places. Pet owners who fail to keep their dogs on a lead can face fines of up to 200 yuan (approximately 30,000 won).

Conclusion

The court’s ‍ruling highlights the importance of pet owner responsibility⁢ and the need for owners to prioritize public safety. The case also raises awareness⁤ about ⁤the ⁤potential risks and consequences of off-leash dogs in public places.