Section 7.04.010 Compulsory immunization of dogs, cats and other animals for rabies.

    1. The owners of all dogs, cats and other animals, six months of age or older, within the corporate limits of the city, are required to have a biennial immunization against rabies for their dogs, cats and other animals.
    2. The term "owner," in addition to its ordinary meaning, includes any person who keeps or harbors a dog, cat or other animal.
    3. A current certificate of immunization for rabies signed by a licensed veterinarian shall hereafter be required for all animals within the corporate limits of the city, and a copy of the certificate shall be presented by the owner or his agent to the health department of the city biennially on or before January 2nd, and the certificate shall at that time be accepted by the city as proof of immunization.
    4. The owner shall display the current rabies-immunization tag issued by the city at all times on a collar, harness or chain attached to the dog, cat or other animal within the city.  (Ord. 82/T-1235)