All dogs of fierce, dangerous or vicious propensities and all female dogs in heat, whether licensed or not, shall be at all times confined in a substantial pen in such a manner that no other dog, except another dog of the same owner, may come in contact with such dog. If any such dog is found running at large in violation of this section, it shall be taken up and impounded and shall not be released except upon approval of the poundmaster after the payment of the fees provided in § 13.01.037; provided, that if any dangerous, fierce or vicious dog so found at large cannot be safely taken up and impounded, such dog may be slain forthwith by the poundmaster or any law enforcement officer. (HMC § 6.08.020, as modified)
(Ord. 836, § 1 (part))