(A) No person, hereinafter called "owner," shall own, possess, maintain, harbor or have control of any dog over the age of four months within the county for a period in excess of 30 days, unless such dog is licensed as provided in this chapter. Every owner so having any dog over the age of four months shall apply for a license for such dog and shall pay a license fee which shall be fixed by the Board of Supervisors from time to time by resolution. License fees shall be paid to the animal control officer. Such licenses shall be issued pursuant to a current rabies vaccination valid throughout the license period. (HMC § 6.08.120, as modified.)
(B) Any dog found to be in violation of licensure requirements of this chapter shall be impounded. (See Cal. Health and Safety Code § 121690)
(Ord. 836, § 1 (part))