"Provoke" means any deliberate act by a person toward a dog or any other animal done with the intent to tease, torment, abuse, assault, or otherwise cause a reaction by the dog or other animal; provided, however, that any act by a person done with the intent to discourage or prevent a dog or other animal from attacking or molesting shall not be considered provocation. (Ord. 09-21, 5-6-2009)