Pet owners could sue for for companionship loss if New Jersey bill passes Legislation places value of pets above humans, critic argues

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TRENTON, NJ.—A pending New Jersey bill allowing pet owners to seekloss-of-companionship damages for animals killed or injured by contaminated feed could be a steppingstone to veterinarian vulnerability to similar claims, a veterinary organization warns. New Jersey Assemblyman Neil Cohen says the legislation — specific to pet-food and other consumable-product manufacturers, distributors and retailers—was created with the best interests of pet owners in mind.