(A) In the administration and enforcement of the provisions of this chapter the Animal Control Officer has authority to enter any premises upon which any animal is kept for the purpose of picking up, seizing, or impounding any animal found running at large, or staked, herded, or grazing thereon, contrary to the provisions of this chapter, or for the purpose of ascertaining whether such animal is registered or licensed as provided in this chapter, or for the purpose of inspecting the premises to ascertain whether any law of the city or state relating to the care, treatment, or impounding of animals or birds, or to the prevention of cruelty to animals or birds, is being violated; provided, however, the right of entry will be exercised only during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and no building will be entered without the consent of the owner or tenant, unless exigent circumstances exist.
(B) If any owner or tenant objects to such entry into any building, the Animal Control Officer may secure a warrant authorizing entry to search the building and arrest any person there present violating, or attempting to violate, any law of the city or state relating to the care, treatment, or impounding of animals or birds or to the prevention of cruelty to animals or birds.
(Ord. 914-C.S., passed 4-20-21)