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DOGS AND CATS
§ 90.15 DEFINITIONS.
   For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
   “CAT.” Any member of the feline family of animal six months of age or older.
   “DOG.” Any member of the canine family of animals six months of age or older.
   “RUNNING AT LARGE.” The presence of a dog or cat at any place except upon the premises of the owner.
(Ord. 130.03, passed - -86; Am. Ord. 130.032, passed 7-11-01; Am. Ord. 130.033, passed 3-4-03; Am. Ord. 2007-130.035, passed 8-16-07)
§ 90.16 DOGS AND CATS RUNNING AT LARGE.
   (A)   It shall be unlawful for any person owning or possessing any dog or cat to permit the same to run at large.
   (B)   A dog or cat shall not be considered to be running at large if it is on a leash or under the direct control of a person physically or otherwise able to control it. Direct control includes the power to manage and direct the animal and is not limited to physical control.
(Ord. 130.03, passed - - 86; Am. Ord. 130.032, passed 7-11-01; Am. Ord. 130.033, passed 3-4-03; Am. Ord. 2007-130.035, passed 8-16-07) Penalty, see § 90.99
§ 90.17 IMPOUNDMENT.
   (A)   Whenever the animal control officer, or in his/her absence, a police officer is notified of a cat or dog running at large as defined in this subchapter, he/she shall if possible, pick up and/or have impounded such animal. The animal shall be delivered to the Pendleton County Animal Shelter.
   (B)   The animal control officer or police officer shall be permitted to enter upon private property within the city limits to effect the intent and purpose and to enforce this subchapter, if the animal control officer or police officer is engaged in the pursuit of an animal which is deemed “running at large.”
(Ord. 130.03, passed - -86; Am. Ord. 130.031, passed 4-9-96; Am. Ord. 130.032, passed 7-11-01; Am. Ord. 130.033, passed 3-4-03; Am. Ord. 2007-130.035, passed 8-16-07)
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