§ 6.12.015. Restraint of dogs.

A.

Every person owning or having charge, care, custody or control of any dog shall keep such dog exclusively upon its own premises; provided, however, that a dog may be taken off its premises:

1.

When the dog is under the care of a person physically capable of controlling and restraining the dog with a chain or leash not exceeding six feet in length.

2.

When the dog is enclosed inside a vehicle or within the rear bed of a truck in a manner that physically prevents the dog from moving beyond the body of the vehicle or truck.

B.

It is unlawful for any person to leave an unattended dog tethered upon or along any public right-of-way.

C.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, every violation of any of the provisions of this section shall be punishable as an infraction with a fine up to $500.00.

(Ord. No. 443, § 1, 1-10-2006: Ord. 123, § 1(part), 1984)