For the purpose of this division, the following definitions shall apply unless the context indicates or clearly requires a different meaning.
"CONTROL." The dog is within sight and hearing, and will respond instantly to call or order; or the dog is in a conveyance for travel, such as an automobile or train, or is confined to a travel crate or carrying case.
"DOG." Any member of the canine species, male or female, of any age.
"KEEP." Possession, controlling, exercising, or allowing to run at large.
"OWNER." Any person owning, keeping, or harboring a dog or other animal. "OWNER" and "PERSON" shall include corporations, businesses, and/or organizations, as well as individuals. The knowledge and acts of agents or other persons employed by corporations, businesses and/or organizations in regard to animals transported, owned, or employed by or in the custody of such corporations, businesses, and/or organizations.
"UNCONFINED." Not securely confined indoors or confined in a securely enclosed and located pen or a dog run area upon the premises of the person described above. The pen or dog run area must also have either side six (6) feet high or a secure top.
"VICIOUS DOG."
(A) Any dog with a propensity, tendency, or disposition to attack, to cause injury, or to otherwise endanger the safety of human beings or other domestic animals; or
(B) Any dog which attacks a human being or other domestic animal without provocation.
(Ord. 122-1997, passed 1-6-98)