If the dog is microchipped, wears a veterinarian issued rabies tag or any tags or collars with contact information and phone number(s) inscribed on it, officers will attempt to contact the owner and return the dog. If the dog is not microchipped or not wearing a veterinarian issued rabies tag or any tags or collars with contact information and phone number(s) inscribed on it, officers will transport the dog to the contracted dog shelter. The dog will remain there until the owner is contacted or for five (5) days, whichever is shorter. The City is responsible for housing fees on those dogs. Identified pet owners are responsible for fees on boarding their pets when they are located. Any dog may be impounded for violation of this chapter. The owner shall be responsible for and shall pay all boarding, impoundment, and veterinarian fees before the dog is reclaimed. (Ord. 019-746, 5-20-2019; amd. Ord. 023-777, 12-4-2023, eff. 1-1-2024)