(A) Except as provided in division (B) below dangerous animals shall not be permitted within the city.
(B) Exceptions. The provisions of this section shall not apply if:
(1) The animal is for exhibition to the public by a traveling circus, carnival or other exhibit or show which holds a permit issued by the Commissioner of Natural Resources pursuant to the M.S. §97.611 so long as such circus, carnival, exhibit, or show does not remain within the city for any period longer than one month in any one year.
(2) Keeping such animals in a licensed veterinary hospital for treatment.
(3) Dangerous or poisonous reptiles may be maintained by a bona fide educational or medical institution for the purpose of instruction or study, provided such reptiles are securely confined and are properly cared for in a manner satisfactory to the Director of Public Safety.
(4) Keeping such animals in a public zoo.
(C) Penalty. Any person who keeps or harbors a dangerous animal within the city shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
(Ord. 980, passed 8-22-05)