(A) Hunting laws. Nothing in this chapter is intended to be in conflict with the laws of the State of North Carolina regulating, restricting, authorizing or otherwise affecting dogs while used in hunting, but this exception applies only while the dogs are under the control of the owner, or competent person, and are actually lawfully being used for hunting, or training for hunting in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, or ordinances. This chapter should be read and enforced consistent with any such laws.
(B) Legal veterinary activities. Hospitals, clinics and other premises operated by licensed veterinarians for the care and treatment of animals are exempt from the provisions of this chapter except for the provisions relating to cruelty to animals and rabies control.
(C) Wildlife and research laws. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to the keeping of wild and dangerous animals as follows, provided, such keeping is in all respects in compliance with applicable federal and state rules and regulations:
(1) Animals used for teaching and/or research purposes.
(2) Wildlife rehabilitators licensed by the state or the federal government to provide such services.
(D) Livestock laws. Nothing in this chapter is intended to be in conflict with the laws of the State of North Carolina regulating livestock. This chapter should be read and enforced consistent with any such laws.
(Ord. passed 6-21-2021)