For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AT LARGE. Off the premises of the owner and not under the control, at all times, of the owner or a member of his immediate family or a person of sufficient age and strength to effectively restrain the dog either by leash or chain.
DOG. Any canine animal, male and female, sexed or neutered.
OWNER. Any person, firm, association, or corporation owning, keeping, or harboring a dog.
('71 Code, § 4-21) (Ord. passed 12-17-63)
Statutory reference:
Authority of city to regulate the keeping of dogs and their running at large, require them to be licensed, and authorize the
destruction of those kept or running at large contrary to the ordinance, see R.S.A. 47:17 (XI)
Dogs, generally, R.S.A. Ch. 466
Authority of city to regulate the keeping of dogs and their running at large, require them to be licensed, and authorize the
destruction of those kept or running at large contrary to the ordinance, see R.S.A. 47:17 (XI)
Dogs, generally, R.S.A. Ch. 466