For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
DEPARTMENT. The City Police Department.
DOG RUNNING AT LARGE. A dog off or outside the premises of the owner, not restrained by a rope, line, leash, chain, or other similar means or not under the immediate control, restraint, or command of an owner thereof. If a dog is not restrained by a tether of some kind, is not at heel, or not a working dog in the field, that dog shall be deemed “at large”.
OWNER. Any person who owns, keeps, or harbors a dog.
(Prior Code, § 91.01) (Ord. 130, passed 1-7-1974)