(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
ANIMALS. Includes farm animals and all other animals, reptiles and feathered birds or fowl except dogs, cats, gerbils, hamsters and caged household birds.
FARM ANIMALS. Cattle, horses, mules, sheep, goats, swine, ponies, ducks, geese, turkeys, chickens, guinea hens and honey bees.
(B) Keeping. It is unlawful for any person to keep or harbor any animal, not in transit, except:
(1) Animals kept as part of a show licensed under the city code;
(2) Animals used in a parade for which a permit has been issued;
(3) Animals kept in a laboratory for scientific or experimental purposes; or
(4) Animals kept in an animal hospital or clinic for treatment by a licensed veterinarian.
(C) Animals in transit. It is unlawful for any person to transport animals unless they are:
(1) Confined within a vehicle, cage or other means of conveyance;
(2) Farm animals being transported in a portion of the city zoned for agricultural purposes; or
(3) Restrained by means of bridles, halters, ropes or other means of individual restraint.
(D) Treatment. It is unlawful for any person to treat any animal as herein defined, or any other animal, in a cruel or inhumane manner.
(E) Housing. It is unlawful for any person to keep any animal, as herein defined, or any other animal, in any structure infested by rodents, vermin, flies or insects, or inadequate for protection against the elements. A dog’s house shall meet the requirements outlined in M.S. § 343.40, subd. 2, regarding doghouses. During the months of June to September, an area of total shade must be provided throughout the day. The dog house shall not be considered as an adequate source of shade.
(Amended 8-23-1994)
(F) Trespasses. It is unlawful for any person to herd, drive or ride any animal over and upon any grass, turf, boulevard, city park, cemetery, garden or lot without specific permission therefor from the owner.