(A) All dogs, cats and other domestic animals not claimed and released within seven days after being impounded shall be destroyed, or if the animal is deemed valuable, the same may be sold by the Police Department provided that such dogs or cats are properly immunized and licensed at the cost of the purchaser; however, such animals shall not be sold to laboratories or research programs. If the dog or cat has a collar, license or other evidence of ownership, the operator of the pound or shelter shall notify the owner in writing and disposition of the animal shall not be made within seven days from the date of mailing the notice.
(B) Animals impounded having been exposed to rabies, or any animal that has attacked a person shall be kept until such time and under such conditions as shall be required by the Police Department or the Health Department.
(Ord. 6.21, passed 2-24-20) Penalty, see § 10.99(A)(2)