(A) Upon the impoundment of any animal, a reasonable attempt shall be made to notify and inform the owner of the animal of the requirements for regaining custody of the animal.
(B) Such attempt shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
(1) In the instance of an impounded dog or cat, contact with the owner identified by the microchip tag or other permanent means of identification, if any, worn by the dog or cat;
(2) In the instance of an impounded dog or cat not bearing a permanent means of identification, contact with the veterinarian facility listed on the animals vaccination tag, if available; and
(3) Cooperation and effort with other governmental or private agencies including, but not limited to, the county’s Humane Society or other humane and/or breed rescue organizations recognized by the Department of Public Health and Safety.
(1994 Code, § 91.51) (Ord. 07-07, passed 11-13-2007)