Any veterinarian registered under the provisions of MGL c. 112, § 55 or 56A, who renders emergency care or treatment to, or disposes of, a dog or cat that is injured in any way within the Town of Raynham, and brought to a veterinarian by the Animal Control Officer or police personnel, shall receive payment from the owner of such dog or cat, if known, or if not known, from the Town in an amount not to exceed $225 for such care, treatment or disposal; provided, however, that such emergency care, treatment, or disposal shall be for the purpose of maintaining life, stabilizing the animal, or alleviating suffering until the owner or keeper of such dog or cat is identified or for a period of 24 hours, whichever is sooner. Any veterinarian who renders such emergency care or treatment to, or disposes of, such a dog or cat shall notify the Animal Control Officer, and, upon notification, said Animal Control Officer shall assume control of such dog or cat.