As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, the following words and terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section:
ABANDONMENT: It shall be unlawful for any owner of an animal or his agent to abandon said animal within the city limits. Abandonment means the desertion of said animal for more than thirty six (36) hours.
ANIMAL: Every domesticated and tame living creature, except members of the human race.
AT LARGE: Off the property of the owner and off the leash, cord, chain or effective control of a responsible person.
CONFINED: The dog is restricted to the property of the owner by leash, cord, chain or fence barrier.
CRUELTY TO ANIMALS: It shall be unlawful for any person to allow fighting, torturing, beating, starving or other mistreatment of any animal in his care or charge, whether belonging to himself or any other person. Any animal so treated may be impounded for its protection and disposition.
DOG: Both male and female over the age of three (3) months.
OWNER: Any person owning, keeping or harboring a dog or other animal.
VETERINARIAN: A graduate doctor of veterinary medicine licensed to practice in the state of Idaho.
VICIOUS DOG: Any dog, which by temperament, disposition or action, is a threat to the safety, welfare or well being of any person. Any dog which bites a person shall be deemed vicious. (1993 Code)