RA 386 (Civil Code of the Philippines) Article 1576

Article 1576

ART. 1576. If the hidden defect of animals, even in case a professional inspection has been made, should be of such a nature that expert knowledge is not sufficient to discover it, the defect shall be considered as redhibitory. But if the veterinarian, through ignorance or bad faith, should fail to discover or disclose it, he shall be liable for damages. (1495)

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