§ 6.04.030. Marauding or vicious animal.

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Any dog or other animal found to be at large within the city limits, that marauds or exhibits a vicious tendency, or roams at will in a manner likely to be detrimental to the health and welfare of the public, shall be declared a public nuisance, and the chief of police or other person designated by the mayor shall have the authority to impound such animal, subject to the licensing and impoundment provisions of this chapter. A dog previously identified as potentially dangerous found to be at large within city limits is declared a public nuisance and the chief of police or designee shall have the authority to impound such potentially dangerous dog, subject to the licensing and impoundment provisions of this chapter. The chief of police shall also have authority to petition municipal court for an order to destroy such animal if considered necessary to preserve the public safety.

(Ord. 2442 (part), 2004: Ord. 2118 § 4, 1998: Ord. 904 § 1, 1983)

( Ord. No. 2847 , § 1, 1-27-14)

                    
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