For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ABANDONMENT. Allowing a dog or puppy to provide its own resources in finding shelter, food or water; leaving a dog or puppy for more than 36 hours without human attention or supervision.
DOG. A male, female or neutered DOG of any age.
HABITUAL. Repeated.
HARBORING. Either actively or passively allowing a dog to stay on property; providing food or water or shelter.
OWNER. A person owning, keeping or harboring a dog.
Statutory reference:
Dogs, see G.S. §§ 67-1 et seq.