For the purpose of this chapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“ANIMAL.” Any mammal of either sex or neutered, such as, but not limited to, a dog, cat, goat, pig, horse, cow, chicken, rooster, mare, colt, mule, jackass, jenny, bull, ox, calf, sheep, swine, or reptile.
“AT LARGE.” Off the premises of the owner and not under the control of the owner or a member of his immediate family, either by leash, cord, chain, or under reasonable control of some competent person.
“DOG.” Member of the canine species, male, female, or neutered.
“FREQUENTLY BARKING DOG.” A dog which barks on a regular basis disturbing the peace and quiet of adjoining premises.
“HABITUALLY BARKING DOG.” A dog which is observed to be barking for more than an hour a day for two or more days in a seven-day period.
“HARBORING.” Any person who shall suffer or permit any animal to frequent or remain on or within his or her house, building, premises, or enclosure shall be deemed to be harboring the animal within the meaning of this chapter.
“HARBORING A DOG.” Allowing a dog to habitually remain and to be lodged within a person’s house, store, enclosure, or yard.
“KEEPER.” Any person who owns, permits, or maintains any dog on any premises.
“OWNER.” Any person keeping or harboring an animal.
“PERSON.” A human being who owns or maintains a dog on any premises located within the city.
“PROPER SHELTER.” A structure that has at least three sides and a roof.
(Ord. 952, passed 10-6-80; Am. Ord. 1197, passed 3-1-93)