505.09. Dogs or cats running at large; nuisances.
   (a)   No owner or keeper of any dog or cat shall permit such dog or cat to run at large, or allow any such dog or cat off the premises of the owner or keeper, unless such dog or cat is restrained by a substantial leash or harness or otherwise under the direct and constant supervision or control of the owner or handler. Any dog or cat within the limits of the City that is restricted upon the premises of the owner or keeper must be so restricted by means of a secured fastening or suitable enclosure. No leash shall be required when dogs and cats are permitted to exercise along streams and/or in parks, provided permits therefor have been obtained from the property owners or the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation.
   (b)   No person shall allow or permit a dog or cat to commit a nuisance on any public property or any improved private property other than that of the owner or person who has accepted custody of such dog or cat, provided that the foregoing shall not apply to street gutters.
   (c)   Whoever violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor of the fourth degree.
(Ord. 558-92. Passed 8-4-92.)