# Cal. CIV § 1834: Section 1834

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_CA_Cciv_D3_P4_T3_C2_A1_S1834

## Section

- **Citation:** Cal. CIV § 1834
- **Heading:** Section 1834
- **Jurisdiction:** California
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** California Code / Code civ / Division 3 / Part 4 / Title 3 / Chapter 2 / Article 1 / Section 1834

## Text

A depositary of living animals shall provide the animals with necessary and prompt veterinary care, nutrition, and shelter, and treat them kindly. Any depositary that fails to perform these duties may be liable for civil damages as provided by law.

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