For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ANIMAL SHELTER. Any premises designated by the county for the purpose of impounding and caring for all animals found running-at-large or otherwise subject to impounding in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
AT LARGE. Any animal shall be deemed to be AT LARGE when he is off the property of his owner and not under the control of a competent person.
EXPOSED TO RABIES. An animal has been exposed to rabies within the meaning of this chapter if it has been bitten by, or been exposed to, any animal known or suspected to have been infected with rabies.
KENNEL, DEALER, BREEDER, OR PET SHOP. Any person, group of persons, partnership or corporation engaged in buying, selling, breeding, or boarding pet animals.
NEUTERED MALE. Any male which has been operated upon to prevent reproduction.
OWNER. Any person, group of persons, firm, partnership, or corporation owning, keeping, having charge of, sheltering, feeding, harboring, or taking care of any animal. The owner is responsible for the care, actions, and behavior of his animals.
RESTRAINT. An animal is under restraint within the meaning of this chapter if he is controlled by means of a chain, leash, or other like device; or is sufficiently near the owner or handler to be under his direct control and is obedient to that person’s commands; or is on or within a vehicle being driven or parked; or is within a secure enclosure.
SPAYED FEMALE. Any female which has been operated upon to prevent conception.
VICIOUS ANIMAL. One who has made an unprovoked attack on a human by biting or in any manner causing abrasions or cuts of the skin; or one which habitually or repeatedly attacks farm stock and other pets.
(Ord. passed 7-1-84)