Originally Posted by GTB Liberty

The fact that a dog was on the road and not leashed makes the registered owner liable for any damage caused to the car.

Make them get three quotes - one being a repairer of your choice and pay on the cheapest quote only.

Also ensure that you get to inspect the vehicle to ensure that you are not paying for past damage. If there is past damage only offer to pay a proportion of the cost based on the damage caused by the dog versus any previous damage.

Put everything in writing and DO NOT admit liability to anything until you are happy with the resultant costs to you. Get them to sign a letter, written by you, stating that payment of $x is FULL AND FINAL costs and liability for said dog accident.