For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ANIMAL. Every living, sentient creature; not a human being.
CITY. The City of Elwood.
DOG. Both male and female canines.
OWNER. Any person, partnership, corporation, or association that harbors, shelters, keeps, controls, manages, possesses, or has whole or part interest in any animal. The occupant, owner, or head of a household of any premises where an animal remains for 24 hours or more shall be presumed to be the OWNER of such animal for the purposes of this subchapter.
(Res. 2009-002, passed 2-10-2009)