For the purpose of this chapter the following definitions shall apply unless the context indicates or requires a different meaning.
AT LARGE. Off the premises of the owner, and not under the control of the owner or a member of his or her immediate family or other authorized person either by leash, cord, chain, or other tangible device.
DOG. Male and female of the canine species.
OWNER. Any person or persons, firm, association, or corporation, owning, keeping, or harboring an animal.
PUBLIC NUISANCE. An animal that habitually or repeatedly chases, snaps at, attacks, or barks at pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles, turns over garbage pails, damages gardens, flowers, or vegetables, or excessively or continually barks shall be presumed to be acting in a manner as to create a public nuisance.
(1989 Code, § 91.15) (Ord. passed 10-12-1976)