AR SB342

Expands the definition of "domesticated animals" to include "other livestock" in addition to sheep, goats, cattle, swine, and poultry

Dog owners, possessors, or controllers remain liable for the full value of any domesticated animal killed or injured by their dog

Courts may now award treble damages (three times the value of loss or damage) to plaintiffs whose domesticated animals are killed or injured by dogs

Persons who witness a dog killing or about to catch, injure, or kill a domesticated animal retain the right to kill the dog without liability to the dog's owner

Approved April 17, 2025 as Act 749 of the Regular Session