Whenever used in this chapter, unless otherwise clearly indicated, the following words and phrases shall have the following meanings:
"ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER." The person(s) designated by the City Council who shall be primarily responsible for the enforcement of this chapter.
"ANIMAL(s)." Dog(s).
"AT LARGE." Unrestrained and not under the control of the owner or other person acting for the owner.
"DOG." All members of the domesticated canine (Caninis familiaris) family three months of age or older.
"HIS." Either male or female.
"OWNER." Any person having a right of property in the animal, or who keeps or harbors the animal, or who has it in his care, or acts as its custodian or who permits the animal to remain on or about any premises occupied by him. In the event that the owner of the animal is a minor, the custodian, parent or guardian, legally responsible for such minor shall liable for all penalties, injuries and damages caused by said animal.
"PERSON." Individuals, firms, partnerships, and associations.
"POUND." A place for the impoundment of dogs found to be in violation of the provisions of this chapter.
"STRAY ANIMAL." An animal having no means of identification as to the owner.
(Ord. 2003-04 § 1, 2003)