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The owner of a dog or other animal may be liable for negligence in handling the dog when the dog causes personal injury or property damage. Sometimes a plaintiff must show that the owner had knowledge of the dog's dangerous propensities in order for the dog's owner to be liable for negligent handling.

In Utah, the liability of a dog owner for injuries or damages caused by their dog is governed by the 'One Bite Rule' and state statutes. Under the 'One Bite Rule,' an owner may be held liable for injuries caused by their dog if they knew or should have known about the dog's dangerous propensities. This means that if a dog has previously bitten someone or shown aggressive behavior, the owner could be responsible for subsequent injuries caused by the dog. Additionally, Utah Code Section 18-1-1 states that dog owners are strictly liable for any injury or damage their dog causes to people, domestic animals, or property. This strict liability applies regardless of the dog's past behavior or the owner's knowledge of any dangerous propensities. However, there are exceptions to this rule, such as when the injured person was trespassing or provoking the dog. It's important for dog owners in Utah to understand these laws to prevent liability and for victims to know their rights in case of an injury.

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