It is unlawful for any person to unjustifiably administer any poisonous drug or substance to any animal, or unjustifiably expose any such drug or substance with intent that the same shall be taken by an animal, whether such animal be the property of himself or another. Nothing in this section or chapter shall be construed to:
A. Prevent or restrict an animal control officer, police officer, Health Officer or similar official in the exercise and performance of the powers and duties of such officers;
B. Prevent the eradication by poisoning of animals commonly considered pests which are harmful or destructive to man, other animals or property;
C. Prevent the eradication by poisoning of "vertebrate pests" as that term is defined by Nevada Revised Statutes 555.005;
D. Prevent scientific experiments or investigations on animals performed by an accredited medical college or research institution. (Ord. 433, 1-26-2010, eff. 3-1-2010)