§ 6-1. Definitions.

Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the meanings of terms used in this chapter shall be as follows:

Animal means any and all types of animals and other nonhuman living creatures, whether a member of the animal kingdom or not, both domesticated and wild, male and female, singular and plural.

At large means off the premises of the owner or custodian of the animal and not under the control of the owner or custodian, a member of the immediate family of the owner or custodian, or a person expressly designated by the owner or custodian, either by means of a leash, cord, chain or other secure means. For multifamily residential structures, the premises of the owner of the animal shall be construed as only that area under the direct physical control of the owner and shall not include common areas such as, but not limited to, parking areas, common entry areas and driveways.

Cat means both the male and female sex of the feline species.

Dangerous animal means any animal as defined or determined to be vicious in nature according to article V of this chapter.

Dog means the male and female sex of the canine species.

Fowl means any and all fowl, domesticated and wild, male and female, singular and plural.

Livestock means any farm or tame animals owned, kept or raised for profit or pleasure, with the exception of domestic dogs and cats owned or kept as pets.

Owner means any person, partnership, association, firm or corporation owning, keeping or harboring an animal.

Residence means any dwelling utilized or capable of being utilized for residential purposes.

(Ord. of 7-19-88(1), Art. I, § 1; Ord. of 5-15-90, § 1)

Cross reference

Definitions and rules of construction generally, § 1-2.