§ 90.32 DUTIES OF OWNER.

   (A)   Outdoor confinement.

      (1)   The owner of a dangerous dog shall securely enclose the dog.

      (2)   Secured enclosure shall include, but is not limited to:

         (a)   Locked pen or structure at least five feet by ten feet and of sufficient height to prevent the dog’s escape (minimum of six feet);

         (b)   Designed to prevent entry by young children;

         (c)   Sides of structure or pen are securely attached to flooring which prevents the dog’s escape;

         (d)   Complies with §§ 90.01 through 90.15; and

         (e)   Displays a warning “dangerous dog” visible from at least 20 feet; including a symbol indicating the presence of a dangerous dog.

      (3)   If the dog is not on the owner’s premises, the owner is required to:

         (a)   Muzzle and restrain the dog with a leash or lead not to exceed four feet in length;

         (b)   Muzzle should prevent injury to the dog, not interfering with the dog’s vision or breathing, but should be designed to prevent the dog from biting a person or another animal; or

         (c)   Ensure the dog is under the control of a responsible adult capable of controlling the dog while leashed.

   (B)   Indoor confinement.

      (1)   The owner of a dangerous dog shall keep the dog within the confinement of the owner’s home.

      (2)   While indoors, the owner of a dangerous dog shall ensure the dog cannot leave the home/structure unless under control and supervision defined in division (A)(3)(c) above.

   (C)   Licensing surcharge. The annual licensing fee for a dangerous dog shall include a $50 surcharge in addition to the regular licensing fee. The surcharge required by this provision shall be enforced by Animal Control.

   (D)   Ownership.

      (1)   It shall be unlawful to receive or harbor a dog declared or determined dangerous/vicious by a court or government of another county or state.

      (2)   The owner of a dangerous dog shall notify the County Animal Shelter of the transfer of ownership of the dog and provide the shelter with the name, address, and phone number of the dog’s new owner within ten days of the transfer.

      (3)   A microchip shall be implanted by a licensed veterinarian in all dangerous dogs. The owner shall provide the following information:

         (a)   Security name (password);

         (b)   Owner’s name;

         (c)   Dog’s name;

         (d)   Color of dog;

         (e)   Dog’s date of birth; and

         (f)   Contact phone number.

(Ord. KOC 1010.7 (2008), passed 2-26-2008) Penalty, see § 90.99