Dogs; required methods of confinement provided; persons and activities exempted; criminal penalty for, animal control officer enforcement of violations established

Summary

The measure requires owners to use approved tethering systems or secure enclosures and to provide adequate food, water and shelter for dogs kept outside. It lists several exemptions, such as veterinary practices, boarding kennels and temporary events. Violators would be charged a Class A misdemeanor and must pay for the dog’s boarding and veterinary care, while local animal control officers can inspect and enforce the rules.

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