For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BITE. The act of an animal seizing flesh with its teeth or jaws so as to tear, pierce, or injure the flesh.
CATS. Any and all domestic felines.
CONFINEMENT. Impoundment within the county’s animal shelter or other appropriate facility.
DOGS. Any and all domestic canines.
OWNER. Any person, groups of persons, firm, partnership, or corporation owning, keeping, having charge, of or taking care of an animal or allowing an animal to remain on its property for more than 72 hours.
RABIES VACCINATOR. A person appointed and certified to administer rabies vaccine or a licensed veterinarian.
RABIES VACCINE. An animal rabies vaccine approved by the United States Department of Agriculture for use in this state.
RESTRAINT. A secure enclosure, chain, leash, or other physical device of sufficient strength which allows the owner to maintain direct control of an animal.
VACCINATION. The administration of rabies vaccine by a licensed veterinarian or by a certified rabies vaccinator.
(Ord. 2015-03, passed 7-7-2015)