Every animal impounded shall be held for a period of 72 hours after such impounding, and if not claimed by the owner, or by some person acting in the owner’s behalf who pays the license and impounding fees, as provided in this chapter, the animal shall be put to death under the supervision of the Animal Control Officer in a medically approved and humane manner. Any dog or other animal suffering from an infectious disease shall not be released, but must be put to death unless the County Health Officer or a licensed veterinarian shall otherwise request. (Ord. 356, passed 12-7-2015)