§ 10-151. Definitions.

As used in this article, the following terms have the meanings here provided.

Adequate food shall mean the provision at suitable intervals, not to exceed 24 hours, of a quantity of wholesome foodstuff suitable for the species and age, sufficient to maintain a reasonable level of nutrition in each animal. Such foods shall be served in a receptacle, dish, or container that is physically clean.

Adequate water shall mean the ready availability to the domestic animal at all times of clean, fresh water.

Domestic animal shall mean any mammal or bird kept as a pet, and shall also include any animals including all dogs and cats owned or kept by a person, which animals are members of the genus Felidae or the genus Canidae.

Tether means a metal chain or coated metal cable used to restrain a domestic animal.

Tethering refers to the practice of securing a domestic animal to a stationary object by means of a metal chain, coated steel cable keeping the animal restrained. This does not refer to periods when animals are being walked on a leash or for temporary grooming or other professional services.

(Ord. No. 10-0409, § 1, 4-1-10; Ord. No. 10-1148, § 1, 11-4-10; Ord. No. 11-0312, § 1, 3-3-11)