§ 10-105. Order of compliance—Vicious dogs.

(a)

Vicious dogs forbidden. Upon a finding by the A.C.O. that a dog is vicious, it shall be unlawful for any person, except for a duly authorized agent or employee of the city acting in his/her official capacity in conformance with the duties and obligations of this chapter, to own, keep, possess, harbor or maintain said vicious dog within the city limits.

(b)

Time to comply. The owner of a dog deemed vicious shall surrender it to the animal services department, or demonstrate in writing that an alternative placement is available outside the city limits, within three working days of the determination.

(c)

Disposition. During this period, said dog shall be impounded with the animal services department at the owner's expense. Provided, that charges shall cease to accrue upon surrender of the animal. All accumulated charges must be paid prior to release of the dog for relocation. If arrangements for relocation have not been made within the above period, the dog shall be deemed forfeited to the city.

(d)

Identification. Prior to release of a dog deemed vicious, the owner shall present the animal for photographing by the A.C.O. sufficient to identify the dog from city records and have an identifying microchip implanted by animal services or a licensed veterinarian. All costs of said services shall be borne by the owner, and shall be paid prior to the animal's release.

(e)

Duration of order. A determination that a dog is vicious shall stand until the A.C.O. or municipal judge determines otherwise by written finding.

(Ord. No. 09-24, 11-3-2009)