As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
ANIMALAll species of mammals except humans, including dogs, as well as all species of birds.
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Means an animal which either: (1) in the case of dogs, is not under effective restraint or confinement; or (2) in the case of animals other than dogs or cats, is not in the immediate presence and under the effective control of its owner or custodian; or (3) is tethered or leashed on any street, or other public place, not set aside for such tethering or leashing for a period of longer than 15 minutes, or in such a way as to block a public walkway or thoroughfare; or (4) is pastured, tethered, tied or otherwise present on private property or in any public area without the consent of the owner or occupant; or (5) is in any place or position with the capacity to injure persons, property and/or other animals; or (6) fights, bites, or causes harm to any other animal or person unless such animal or person has entered the private property owned by, or in the possession of, the person owning or controlling the offending animal without permission; or (7) is not on the private property owned by, or in the possession of, the person owning or harboring the animal and is not wearing a required identification tag; or (8) is left at any place without provision for its care as outlined in this Chapter.
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An individual who is authorized to enforce the provisions of this chapter pertaining to dogs and other animals, and includes a Dog Control Officer as defined in Article
7 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law or successor law.
To reduce a dead animal to ashes by incineration.
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Any member of the species canis familiaris.
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Any dog that may be trained to aid a person with an emotional disability by providing comfort and support and is actually used for such purpose.
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To bring about death by humane method.
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Any dog that is trained to aid a person who is blind and is actually used for such purpose, or any dog owned by a recognized guide dog training center located within the State during the period such dog is being trained or bred for such purpose. See "Service Dog."
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To provide food or shelter to any dog or animal.
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Any dog that is trained to aid a person with a hearing impairment and is actually used for such purpose, or any dog owned by a recognized training center within the state during the period such dog is being trained or bred for such purpose. See "Service Dog."
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A tag issued by the Town Clerk which sets forth the license number together with the name of the Town and State, the telephone number of the Department of Public Safety, and any other information deemed necessary by the Town Clerk.
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Weather conditions that are likely to adversely affect the health and safety of an animal, including, but not limited to, rain, sleet, ice, snow, wind, temperatures below thirty two (32) degrees Fahrenheit and above ninety five (95) degrees Fahrenheit, extreme heat and cold, or other conditions for which the National Weather Service or other weather services shall issue a weather advisory.
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An area or tract of land within the Town of Huntington designated by the Town Board to be a place in which a dog or dogs are not required to be under restraint and may run at large.
OWNERAny person who harbors or keeps any dog or other animal.
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The person in whose name any dog was last licensed pursuant to this chapter, except that if any license was issued on application of a person under 18 years of age, the owner of record shall be deemed to be the parent or guardian of such person. If it cannot be determined in whose name any dog was last licensed, the owner shall be deemed to be the owner of record of such dog, except that if the owner is under 18 years of age, the owner of record shall be deemed to be the parent or guardian of such person.
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Includes all parks, park preserves, playgrounds, athletic fields, swimming pools, beaches, boardwalks, entrances, approaches, facilities and other recreational areas, including structures and buildings, owned or used by the Town.
PERSONA person, partnership, corporation, association or other organized group of persons, business entity, municipality or other legal entity.
PHYSICAL CONDITIONAny special medical needs of an animal due to disease, illness, injury or breed about which the owner or person with custody or control of the animal should be reasonably aware.
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Any dog owned or harbored by any state or municipal police department or any state or federal law enforcement agency, which has been trained to aid law enforcement officers and is actually being used for police work purposes.
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An individual who maintains a residence within the Town of Huntington.
SERVICE DOGAny dog that is trained to aid a person with a disability and is actually used for such purpose, or any dog owned by a recognized training center located within the state during the period such dog is being trained or bred for such purpose.
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Any dog off the property of the owner without a leash or any other physical restraint.
SURRENDERA voluntary forfeiture of ownership and possession.
SUSTENANCEMeans providing an animal with adequate food, adequate water and minimum care as follows:
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A. ADEQUATE FOODMeans food that is not spoiled or contaminated and is of sufficient quantity and quality to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the animal and the environment in which it is kept. An animal shall be fed or have food available at least once each day, unless a licensed veterinarian instructs otherwise, or withholding food is in accordance with accepted agricultural or veterinarian practices; and,
ADEQUATE WATERMeans fresh, potable water provided at suitable intervals for the species, and which, in no event, shall exceed 24 hours at any interval. The animal must have access to the water; and
MINIMUM CAREIncludes veterinary care deemed necessary by a reasonably prudent person to relieve distress from injury, neglect or disease.
TETHERA rope, chain, or the like, by which an animal is fastened to a fixed object so as to limit its range of movement.
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Any dog that may be trained to aid a person who resides in a hospital, nursing home or other facility by providing affection and comfort and is actually used for such purpose.
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Animals that are left outdoors in inclement weather without ready access to, or the ability to enter a house, apartment, building and/or any other permanent structure in excess of thirty (30) minutes.
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A motor vehicle as defined in §
125 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law of the State of New York, or a trailer as defined in § 156 of such law.
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