The following, singly or together, are deemed to constitute cruel treatment to animals. Therefore, it shall be unlawful for any person to:
(A) Tether, confine, or restrain any dog in such a way as to permit the dog to become frequently entangled in such tether, or render the dog incapable of consuming food or water provided for it; while at the same time allowing adequate space for freedom of movement necessary when tethered for extended periods of time; the tether to be not shorter than three times the length of the dog measured from the tip of its nose to the base of its tail;
(B) Confining a dog within or on a motor vehicle or other enclosure or structure when unattended and under such conditions as may endanger the health and well being of the animal. Such conditions include, but are not limited to, dangerous temperature, lack of food or water, and confinement with a vicious dog; or
(C) Knowingly placing food of any description containing poisonous or other injurious ingredients in any location likely to be accessible to domesticated animals or livestock.
(Ord. 524, passed 9-13-2010) Penalty, see § 91.99