The keeping of certain animals and fowl within
close proximity of dwelling houses in the urban area constitutes a
threat to the public health, safety and welfare of the community because
of noise, noxious odors and unsanitary conditions and the possibility
of the spread of disease.
As used in this article, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
Off the premises of the owner and not under the direct control
of the owner or keeper either by leash, cord, chain or otherwise.
Any type or species of animal or fowl other than:
Section 64-25 does not apply to persons engaged in commercial breeding or animal husbandry and who are otherwise subject to the performance standards contained within Section 701 of the City of Saco Zoning Ordinance nor to persons keeping nondomestic animals within that person's dwelling unit as a family pet.
No person having charge of a nondomestic animal
may permit such animal to go at large in any street or public place
or upon any private place or upon any private property after being
notified by the owner of such private property to keep such animal
off.
