As used in this chapter, the following terms mean:
ANIMAL
Any living creature, domestic or wild.
ANIMAL SHELTER
Any premises designated by the City Manager for the purpose of impounding and caring for animals held under authority of this chapter.
KENNEL
Any person, partnership or corporation engaged in the business of breeding, buying, selling, or boarding dogs and cats.
OWNER
Any person, partnership or corporation owning, keeping or harboring animals or who or which has an animal in his, her or its care or acts as the animal's custodian.
[Amended 2-20-2007 by Ord. No. 6161]
PERSON
An individual, partnership, company or corporation.
PET SHOP
Any person, partnership or corporation engaged in the business of breeding, buying, selling, or boarding animals of any species.
RESTRAINT
An animal shall be deemed to be under restraint if on the premises of its owner or if accompanied by a responsible person and under that person's control.
VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Any establishment maintained and operated by a licensed veterinarian for the care of animals and the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of animals.
[Amended 2-20-2007 by Ord. No. 6161]