For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ANIMALS. All brute creatures and domestic pets.
DOG. All members of the canine family.
DOMESTIC CHICKENS. Members of the subspecies Gallus gallus domesticus (domestic chickens), not including guinea fowl, peafowl, swans, ducks, pheasants, waterfowl, exotics, and game birds.
FOWL. All manner and types of birds or poultry whether wild or domesticated.
HORSES. A large hoofed mammal (Equus caballus) having a short coat, a long mane, and a long tail, domesticated since ancient times and used for riding and for drawing or carrying loads.
PONIES. A horse of a small breed, especially one whose height at the withers is below 14 hands 2 inches (58 inches).
(1982 Code, Ch. 6, Art. III, § 1-1) (Am. Ord. passed 5-20-2014; Am. Ord. passed 3-17-2015)