For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
AT LARGE. Off the premises of the owner without a leash.
CAT. Any feline six months of age or older.
DOG. Any canine of four months of age or older.
OWNER. Any person, partnership, corporation or other legal entity owning, harboring or keeping any animal, or in the case of a person under the age of 18, the person’s parent or legal guardian. An animal shall be deemed to be harbored if it is fed or sheltered for three or more consecutive days. This definition shall not apply to any veterinary clinic or boarding kennel.
PERSON. Any person, firm, corporation, partnership, society, association or other legal entity, any public or private institution, the state, municipal corporation or political subdivision of the state, or any other business unit.
RESTRAINT. On the premises of its owner or if accompanied by a responsible person and under that person's control.
(Ord. 20-06, passed 7-6-20)