§ 6.24.060. Keeping of diseased or painfully crippled animals.  


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  • It is unlawful for any person to have, keep, or harbor any animal which is infected with any incurable, infectious disease or is in any painfully crippling condition except as is hereinafter provided. The A.C.O. may impound such diseased or painfully crippled animals in accordance with the provisions of this title. All such animals impounded may be destroyed humanely as soon thereafter. In the case of destruction of such animal, the A.C.O. shall be required to give any of the aforesaid notices provided in this title. This section shall not be construed to include veterinary care.

(Ord. 2016-09, 11-21-2016)