In the case of dogs and cats known to have been bitten by a rabid animal, the following rules shall apply:
(A) In the case of a dog or cat which has not been vaccinated in accordance with sections 6-68 to 6-70, and which has been bitten by a known rabid animal, such bitten or exposed dog or cat shall be immediately destroyed unless the owner is willing to place such dog or cat in strict isolation in a kennel under veterinary supervision for a period of not less than six months.
(B) If the bitten or exposed dog or cat is vaccinated in accordance with provisions of sections 6-68 to 6-70 such dog or cat shall be subject to the following procedures:
(1) Such dog or cat shall be immediately revaccinated and confined for a period of not less than 30 days following vaccination; or
(2) If such dog or cat is not immediately revaccinated, such dog or cat shall be confined in strict isolation in a kennel for a period of not less than six months under the supervision of a veterinarian; or
(3) Such dog or cat shall be destroyed if the owner does not comply with either paragraph (B)(1) or (B)(2) of this subsection.
(Ord. 2629, § 35, passed 9-9-1991)