5-8-3: RABIES VACCINATION REQUIRED:
   A.   Time For Inoculation:
      1.   All dogs, cats, and ferrets shall be inoculated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian after attaining the age of six (6) months. Such inoculation shall be readministered at least once every three (3) years for dogs and cats, once a year for ferrets.
      2.   An owner acquiring a dog, cat or ferret without a current rabies inoculation certificate shall have the animal inoculated within thirty (30) days after the animal was acquired or the animal reaches the age of six (6) months, whichever occurs first.
   B.   Rabies Tags Attached To Collar: The owner or custodian of any animal required to be inoculated against rabies shall keep a current rabies tag securely attached to a substantial collar which shall be worn by the animal at all times. (2008 Code § 5-4)