Carmen Capella plaintiff statement:

What breed is Sally?

Sally is an ivory-colored West Highland Terrier.

Where was Sally purchased?

Sally was bought from a reputable seller in Chestnut Hill, Virginia.

How much did Sally cost?

Sally was purchased for $2000.

What training did Sally undergo early in her life?

Sally was trained to perform various commands and was housebroken in weeks.

When did the grooming and puppy training sessions start for Sally?

Grooming and puppy training sessions started at nine months.

What did groomers and trainers think of Sally?

Groomers and trainers praised her exceptional lines and temperament.

Who is Cesar Nylon?

Cesar Nylon is a dog trainer who expressed interest in showing Sally.

What awards did Sally win at her first competition?

Sally won Best in Breed and Best in Show at the county dog show.

Was there any prize money for Sally at the county dog show?

No money was given at the county dog show.

How much prize money did Sally win overall?

Sally won $10,000 from subsequent shows.

In which prestigious show did Sally compete in October 2023?

Sally competed in the American Accredited Breed Dog Show.

What was Sally's achievement in the American Accredited Breed Dog Show?

Sally achieved first prize in her division and won Best in Show.

What was the prize for winning Best in Show at the American Accredited Breed Dog Show?

Sally won a $100,000 prize and press and endorsements from dog companies.

What type of endorsements did Sally receive following her success?

Sally received press and endorsements from pet product companies.

How much insurance was purchased for Sally?

Insurance covering veterinary bills and lost income cost $6,000.

What caused Sally's health incident?

Sally had a distress reaction after using Petzicon flea treatment after originally using an at home flea shampoo beforehand.

What did the vet diagnose as the cause of Sally's distress?

The vet diagnosed a reaction to the flea product because of stress.

How was the flea product initially perceived?

It was thought to be widely used, hence it was initially considered harmless.

What was the consequence of Sally's health incident?

Sally died two days later due to the effects of the flea product.

What lesson can be learned from Sally's journey?

The importance of understanding the risks of pet products despite their popularity.

What was a key feature of Sally's character?

Sally had an exceptional temperament, praised by trainers.

How fast was Sally housebroken?

Sally was housebroken in weeks.

What kind of behavior did Sally exhibit as a puppy?

Sally had minimal destructive behavior.

How did Sally's owner feel about her training progress?

The owner felt that they had an immediate bond with Sally and successfully trained her.

What was the initial expectation regarding Sally's health after the flea treatment?

Initial recovery expectations were positive. But died two days later.