(A) No person may own, keep or harbor a dog or cat over the age of four months that has not been spayed or neutered. A guardian/custodian of an unaltered dog or cat must have the animal spayed or neutered or obtain an unaltered dog or cat license in accordance with § 91.33.
(B) The guardian/custodian of a dog or cat that is unable to be spayed or neutered without a serious risk of bodily harm or death due to age or infirmity, must obtain written confirmation of that fact from a licensed veterinarian. The writing must also state the date by which the dog or cat may be safely spayed or neutered.
(C) If a cat is unable to be safely spayed or neutered within 30 days, the guardian/custodian of the cat must obtain an unaltered cat license and pay the required fee as set by resolution of the City Council.
(D) If a dog is unable to be safely spayed or neutered within 30 days, the guardian/custodian must apply for an unaltered dog license. If the unaltered dog license is granted, the guardian/custodian must pay the required fee as set by resolution of the City Council.
(Ord. 1260, passed 2-21-16)