(A) For the purpose of this section, a PUBLIC GATHERING is defined as any festival, parade or event where the general public is welcome. All animals participating in such events must have all vaccinations as required by the state.
(B) For the health, safety, welfare and enjoyment of all persons attending a public gathering; it shall be mandatory for dogs to be on a leash of not more than five feet and under full control of the owner. At the discretion of authorized personnel, a person with a dog may be asked to remove said dog from the premises. Failure to obey this provision shall result in the owner being cited and upon conviction, shall be fined as set forth in § 90.999.
(C) If the public gathering includes an animal, pet or dog show; or if a parade is held in conjunction with a festival or event then the following restrictions shall be enforced
(1) Animal, pet or dog shows.
(a) Domestic animals may be escorted to and from said show either on a leash, tether or in a cage, and shall remain on the leash, tether or in the cage while waiting to be presented or the awarding of prizes.
(b) Exotic reptiles must remain caged at all times.
(c) Domestic reptiles need not be caged.
(d) Agriculture animals must be tethered during such events.
(2) Parades and festivals. Horses, mules and other agriculture animals that normally would be ridden in a parade must have a diaper attached or the owner/rider must immediately clean up any excrement from such animals. This also includes animals attached to drawn conveyances. Other animals need only be leashed, tethered or in a carrier.
(Prior Code, § 3-201) (Ord. passed 11-7-2011) Penalty, see § 90.999