Asked by Emily Huber on Apr 24, 2024

Rosalba, a resident of New Mexico, claims that Pet Food Company, Inc., put out some dog food that made her dog, Champ, sick. Champ is a prize-winning poodle. He survived the pet food fiasco only after traveling to a veterinarian in Florida specializing in poodles and only because he had two very expensive surgeries. Additionally, his ability to sire has been impaired, and Rosalba will earn no more breeding fees from Champ. Her damages are $100,000. Pet Food Company, Inc., is incorporated in Delaware, with its principal place of business in New Mexico. Rosalba asks you whether she can sue in federal court. What would you tell her and why?

Federal Court

A court established by the authority of a federal government that deals with problems between states, the constitution, and laws made by Congress, as opposed to state courts.

Breeding Fees

Charges paid for the service of breeding animals, typically involving purebred animals in agricultural or sporting contexts.

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