For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ABANDONED ANIMAL. The voluntary relinquishment of possession by the owner with the intention of terminating his or her ownership, but without vesting possession in any other person.
ANIMAL SHELTER. Any animal shelter established by any lawful authority in any city or town within the county, or by the action of the Board of County Commissioners or County Council, to keep, care for, or legally dispose of dogs, cats, and other animals impounded as provided for herein.
NON-IMMUNIZED ANIMAL. Any animal over six months of age and which is required by law to be immunized against rabies.
PEACE OFFICER. Shall include, but is not limited to, the County Sheriff, his or her deputies, the marshal of every town, the police officers of every city, the constable of every township, members of the state’s police force, game wardens, and animal control wardens.
VICIOUS ANIMAL. Any dog, cat, or other animal which is known to have an inclination to attack human beings or other dogs, cats, or other animals, except dogs so trained by duly constituted police or law enforcement authority.
(Ord. 2016-08, passed 12-19-2016)