Any unlicensed dog or dog bearing no license tag taken up and impounded, or other impounded animal, which is not redeemed in the manner provided in this chapter within a period of three full days from the time of the taking up, may be euthanized by the designated animal shelter, Animal Control Officer or designee in a human manner. If such animal is salable, it may be sold for cash at a private sale, without notice, for such price as the Animal Control Officer or designated animal control shelter deems reasonable and proper, or the Animal Control Officer or designated animal shelter may deliver such unredeemed dogs to the US military authorities.
Unclaimed impounded animals shall not be authorized by the city to be sold or used for scientific purposes.
('61 Code, § 5-1.12) (Ord. 254 N.S., passed - - ; Am. Ord. 686 C.S., passed 7-15-98)