(A) Montana Code Adopted: Pursuant to Montana Code Annotated section 7-23-4104, the City has power to prohibit and punish cruelty to animals, and for the purposes of this section, the City of Havre adopts Montana Code Annotated 45-8-211, Cruelty to Animals - exceptions.
(B) Cruelty Further Defined; Shelter For Dogs Kept Outside: In addition to the above, a person commits the offense of cruelty to animals if that person knowingly, negligently or purposely subjects an animal to mistreatment or neglect by failing to provide an animal in the person's custody with proper food, drink, or shelter. Dogs kept outside must be provided a shelter/dog house that is moisture proof and windproof and of a suitable size to accommodate the dog being kept and allow for retention of body heat. The shelter/dog house shall be made out of durable material with a solid, moisture proof floor or a floor that is raised from the ground at least two inches (2"). Between November 1 and March 31 the shelter must have a windbreak at the entrance. The shelter shall be provided with a sufficient quantity of suitable bedding material consisting of hay, straw, shavings, blankets, or the equivalent, to provide insulation and protection against the cold and dampness and promote retention of body heat.
(C) Penalties: See section 6-2-16 of this chapter. (Ord. 901, 8-21-2017)