(a) Any owner of a dangerous or vicious dog who sells or otherwise transfers ownership, custody or residence of the dog shall, within ten (10) days after such change of ownership or residence, provide written notification to the City Manager of the name, address and telephone number of the new owner. It also shall be the responsibility of the person transferring ownership or custody of the dog to provide written notification of the dog’s classification as dangerous or vicious to the person receiving the dog. The previous owner shall furnish a copy of such notification to the City Manager along with written acknowledgment by the new owner of his receipt of such notification. The City Manager or his designee shall notify the Wheeling Police Department and County Animal Control Officer or any changes of ownership, custody or residence of the dog within three (3) business days after receiving the required information from the previous dog owner.
(b) Any person purchasing or receiving a dog classified as dangerous or vicious, or within the named breeds identified in this article, must obtain the required permit, tag and enclosure prior to acquisition of the dog. The new owner shall comply fully with the provisions of this article pertaining to obtaining liability insurance, payment of fees, and maintenance, control and ownership of a dangerous or vicious dog.
(Ord. 13176. Passed 1-17-06.)