As used in this chapter, the following terms shall mean:
"ANIMAL." Any living creature, domestic or wild, including livestock, poultry, pet rodents, pet birds, and vermin.
"LEASH." A cord of sufficient size and strength to control the animal to which it is attached and of no more than ten feet in length. Under no circumstances shall verbal command or electronic command be considered a leash.
"OWNER." Any person, partnership, company, or corporation owning, keeping, or harboring animals.
"PERSON." An individual, partnership, company, or corporation.
"RESTRAINT." An animal shall be deemed to be under restraint only if on the premises of its owner or if off the premises of its owner, accompanied by a responsible person and attached to a suitable leash.
(Ord. 88-03, passed 5-10-88)