As used in this chapter unless the context otherwise requires:
(a) "Whoever" includes owner, keeper, handler or harborer.
(b) "Owner" includes keeper, handler or harborer.
(c) "Registration tag" means the metal tag issued annually by the County Auditor evidencing a registered dog.
(d) "Registered dog" means a dog registered in compliance with Ohio R.C. Chapter 955.
(e) "Run-at-large" means running at will, away from the premises of the owner, acting on its own initiative and not on leash or under the immediate control of the owner.
(f) "Impound" means to seize summarily, confine and retain in custody of law.
(g) "Dangerous animal" means and includes any wild mammal, reptile, or fowl which is not naturally tame or gentle but is of a wild nature or disposition and which because of its size, vicious nature or other characteristics would constitute a danger to human life or property if it is not kept or maintained in a safe manner or in secure quarters.
(Ord. 42-1978. Passed 4-13-78.)
(Ord. 42-1978. Passed 4-13-78.)