"Abandonment" includes placing an animal in an environment where the animal is separated from basic needs such as food, water, shelter or necessary medical attention, for a period longer than twenty four (24) hours, or to intentionally deposit, leave or drop off any live animal; failure to reclaim an animal seventy two (72) hours beyond the time agreed upon with a kennel, grooming service, or similar facility; failure to reclaim a pet from an animal shelter beyond seventy two (72) hours of notification or refusal to sign relinquishment authorization. (Ord. 2012-16, 6-21-2012)