The following shall be accepted as recognized control methods for dangerous dogs:
(A) Placing an animal within an enclosed automobile, truck or other vehicle not being used as public conveyance of humans, in a manner not inconsistent with the Humane Care for Animals Act (510 ILCS 70/1 et seq.);
(B) Shipping an animal on a public conveyance that is properly confined in a shipping container conspicuously labeled “DANGEROUS ANIMAL” and constructed of materials in such a manner to prevent the animal from biting other animals or the public;
(C) Properly muzzling an animal and placing it on a leash of not more than six feet in length and of sufficient strength to keep the animal under control, and held by a competent person capable of controlling the animal; or
(D) Confining the animal on the premises of the owner in such a manner as to prevent its coming into contact with the general public or any domesticated animal owned by another member of the general public.
(1993 Code, § 50.082) (Ord. 92-10, passed 11-18-1992; Ord. 2000-02, passed 2-16-2000; Ord. 2003-08, passed 11-19-2003; Ord. 2006-07, passed 6-21-2006; Ord. 2022-01, passed 3-16-2022)