§ 4-9. Destruction of animals

(a) The animal control officer may destroy or authorize the destruction of an animal when the animal is attempting or threatening injury to any person or another animal and such destruction appears to be the most reasonable means available to prevent such injury.

(b) An animal may be put down immediately if there is evidence that the animal is terminally ill or mortally injured or is suffering from a disease that is a threat to the public health.

(c) Any animal not adoptable or that has not been picked up by the owner may be disposed of or taken to a state-recognized animal care provider for disposition in accordance with detention described in section 4-8(a).

(Ord. No. 590, § X, 7-10-2012)