(A) No person may keep, harbor, or maintain on any premises in the city more than three dogs, each of which is over the age of four months, unless that person possesses a valid dog fancier's license from the city.
(B) Every owner of a dog over the age of four months must register the dog with the city and pay an annual dog license fee within 30 days of acquiring the dog.
(C) Every owner of a dog must thereafter pay an annual dog license fee to the city within 30 days of the anniversary of the dog's initial registration with the city.
(D) The amounts of both the initial and subsequent dog license fees are established by resolution of the City Council.
(E) The provisions of this section do not apply to any dog owned by, or in the custody of, a nonresident of the city who is visiting or temporarily residing in the city for a period not exceeding 30 days.
(F) A dog license will not be issued unless the applicant shows the license clerk a valid certificate of canine anti-rabies vaccination, which adequately describes the physical features of the dog and the date of vaccination, and bears the signature of a licensed veterinarian.
(G) With each dog registration, the city will issue a license tag bearing an identification number and the date of expiration, together with the words "Eureka Dog License" plainly inscribed thereon. Such license tag must be securely fixed to a collar, harness, or other device to be worn at all times by the dog for whom the registration is issued, except while such dog remains indoors or in an enclosed yard or pen.
(H) A license tag or decal issued for one dog cannot be transferred or attached to any other dog.
(I) If a license tag is lost or stolen, the owner can apply for a replacement tag. The city will require a declaration regarding the circumstances and payment of a fee prior to issuing a replacement.
(J) It is unlawful for an unauthorized person to remove a current license tag from any dog.
(K) Pursuant to the city's Schedule of Fees, the cost of licensing will be reduced for any dog that is altered if the owner provides a veterinary certificate as proof of surgical altering.
(Ord. 914-C.S., passed 4-20-21)