Created byFindLaw's team of legal writers and editors (H)A dog, cat, or ferret owner who is visiting Louisville Metro for less than 30 days shall have proof of current vaccination for any such animal; a dog shall have its rabies tag attached to its collar or harness, in accordance with KRS 258.035, except during a recognized show or exhibition. For instance, a court may be less likely to place restrictions on a livestock feedlot located in a rural area than on one located at the edge of urban sprawl. (D)Any horse on the facility or property owned, leased or otherwise operated by a person or entity licensed and regulated by the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority under KRS Chapter 230, which has been approved pursuant to KRS 230.300 as part of the licensed persons or entitys place, track or enclosure for conducting horse race meetings, or which has been approved pursuant to KRS 230.380 to simulcast horse racing and conduct pari-mutuel wagering shall be exempt from this section, but shall instead be regulated by KRS 258.065 and KRS 258.085. [12] The county is affected by two artificial lakes: Douglas Lake, created by the damming of the French Broad River in the south, and Cherokee Lake, created by the damming of the Holston River in the north. Community Cats are exempt from restraint requirements. Am. Especially where an ongoing business, as opposed to an individual, is the defendant in the action, the court will try to minimize the economic impact on the business. A violation of this section involving the intentional poisoning of a dog or cat shall result in a citation under KRS 525.130. (G)Riding stables which rent or lend horses to the general public and pony rides shall, in addition to the above requirements, also adhere to the following standards: (1)Animals exhibiting the following shall be deemed unfit for work: (a)Sores or abrasions caused or likely to be irritated by the bearing of services, girth, harness, or bridles, unless packing could be utilized. Ord. 97-2003, approved 5-16-2003; Lou. (H)Animals shall be properly shod, and the hooves shall be kept trimmed. Ord. (C)The provisions of this section shall not apply to any raffle or promotion conducted by a private, non-profit, livestock related organization engaged in such activity at a show or exhibition sanctioned by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Excessive Noise Levels. (E)All animals used for carriage horse tours must weigh at least 800 pounds and be considered in generally good health. Chickens, ducks, turkeys, or other domestic fowl. (C) Building temperature shall be maintained at a comfortable level. Ord. Each vaccination certificate shall bear the name and address of the issuing party and a serial number and a brief description of the animal vaccinated. Metro Am. 7-2020, approved 2-21-2020, eff. Maybe thats what we need to work more on, if we do have complaints, Clark said. This does not include animals impounded for humane treatment, a potentially dangerous dog, a dangerous dog or by quarantine. As a condition of reclassification, the Director may require the owner, at the owners sole expense, to (1) assign the dog to complete an obedience class designated by the Director; (2) have the dog evaluated by an animal behavior specialist approved by the Director; or (3) attend a responsible ownership class. Ord. No elephant that has caused a serious injury or death to a handler, trainer, member of the public, or other person within, Applicants for a permit or license, as provided in . If the officer personally witnesses it and the victim was willing, the offender can potentially be charged. No. Ord. A license available for purchase to a party who owns, maintains, or possesses four or more altered pets that are kept for the primary purpose of companionship. Ord. Get back to enjoying your home and contact a local attorney today about your property-related issue for a free initial review of your claim. This record shall be available to MAS. 46-1996, adopted and effective 12-10-1996; Lou. Ord. 97-2003, approved 5-16-2003; Lou. (A)All dogs and cats purchased or obtained from MAS must be surgically altered to prevent breeding prior to the purchase. keys to navigate, use enter to select, Stay up-to-date with how the law affects your life. Keep in Touch. If the owner does not correct the situation or notify MAS within one hour of the placement of such notice that the dog has been removed from the chain or tether, the dog may be removed and the owner issued a violation notice or uniform citation for violation of the restraint requirement. 186-2003, approved 10-10-2003; Lou. Code, 91.056) (Jeff. Ord. (E)Each purchaser of a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten shall be provided with a copy of , (1994 Jeff. No. This documentation shall include: All elephant rides shall be supervised by a minimum of one qualified handler and one assistant at all times. (B)Qualifications for elephant ride authorization. Metro Am. Code, 91.008) (Jeff. Ord. 17-1990, adopted and effective 12-19-1990; Jeff. WebThe Jefferson County Clerk is an agent for the State Departments Passport office. No. (O)Failure to keep such records and/or failure to release said records to authorized personnel of MAS shall be grounds for issuance of a citation to the person and/or revocation of any license issued pursuant to this chapter. Metro Am. The fence or structure must be in good repair. Am. Am. Any establishment where dogs and/or puppies or cats and/or kittens are kept for the primary purpose of breeding, buying, or selling such animals and which establishment is so constructed that the dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens cannot stray therefrom. Ord. No. Share with Us: Name No. Code, 10.07) (Jeff. Any dog, cat or ferret which has been neither spayed nor neutered. 60-2007, approved 4-9-2007; Lou. Ord. Metro Am. (2)A dog may be restrained by a chain or tether provided that it is at least ten feet in length and attached to a pulley or trolley mounted on a cable which is also at least ten feet in length and mounted no more than seven feet above ground level. Commissioners to Host Telephone Town Hall on March 29 MAS shall not grant authorization for elephant rides at a circus if any of the requirements in this section are not satisfied. (3)The festive atmosphere created by large displays of balloons can be achieved without actually releasing the balloons into the atmosphere. No. Ord. (M)Owners of boarded animals which do not have proof of a valid dog or cat license shall be presented with a license application by the boarding kennel or cattery. Metro Am. Metro Am. Hancock said county officials would continue working on a county-wide ordinance. No. 290-2007, approved 12-20-2007). Any owner or operator of an animal-drawn vehicle who desires to use an animal for this purpose which does not weigh 800 pounds must apply to the MAS for approval in writing prior to such use. 17-1990, adopted and effective 12-19-1990; Lou. (Lou. No. (C) Any dog which has been declared to be a dangerous dog, or a potentially dangerous dog by the Director and whose owner has not complied with all of the requirements of this chapter for owning or maintaining such a dog, shall be impounded. Metro Am. No. 46-1996, adopted and effective 12-10-1996; Jeff. (C)The Director may, in his/her discretion, apply to District Court, or to the Code Enforcement Board, to reduce or abate any fine or civil penalty which could otherwise be imposed under . If allowed access to outdoors on a temporary basis, the outdoor area shall be kept free of waste and debris and well-drained. Ord. (7)All collars used for the purpose of chaining or tethering an animal must be made of nylon, leather, or other durable and non-metallic material. No. 233-2006, approved 1-4-2007; Lou. (2)Immediately removes all feces deposited by such animal(s) and disposes of same in a sanitary manner. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government Department of Animal Services. All gates or doors to the fence or structure shall fit properly and shall be locked or secured by a latch. 97-2003, approved 5-16-2003; Lou. For example, partition fences are the responsibility of both property owners even if only one neighbor needs a fence. No. Metro Am. Ord. 17-1990, adopted and effective 12-19-1990; Lou. Ord. Ord. 290-2007, approved 12-20-2007; Lou. Ord. The primary purpose shall be determined by verifying the participation of one or more of the housed animals in a sanctioned competition in the preceding 12 months. Ord. (B)Indoors: animals which are kept primarily indoors shall be provided with wholesome food and clean water, a clean living environment free of accumulated waste and debris, comfortable temperature and ventilation, and provided veterinary care when needed. 290-2007, approved 12-20-2007), (1994 Jeff. Simple trespass by a person onto private property shall not be considered provocation for any attack. If the Animal Control Officer finds probable cause to believe that the dog is a potentially dangerous dog as defined in this chapter, the dog may be returned to the owner provided that (1) the dog is not an immediate threat to public safety and welfare; and (2) the owner signs an acknowledgment on a form provided by MAS that he/she is the dogs owner, and that the owner will confine the dog to the owners property pending a final determination by the Director. Ord. We already have disturbing the peace, we can go that route. Am.Ord. (E)All animals under three months of age are to be fed at least three times per 24 hours. 290-2007, approved 12-20-2007; Lou. Code, 91.022) (Jeff. You have permission to edit this article. 46-1996, adopted and effective 12-10-1996; Lou. Metro Am. Any establishment where dogs or puppies are kept for the primary purpose of training for guard, sentry, field, obedience, whether gratuitously or for a fee. Code, 91.054) (Jeff. Ord. Upon such examination, if the consumer and the seller/provider of the animal are unable to reach an agreement which constitutes one of the options set forth in subsections (B)(1) through (4) within ten business days following receipt of the animal for such examination, the consumer may initiate an action in a court of competent jurisdiction to recover or obtain such reimbursement of veterinary expenses, refund or exchange. Ord. , to allow it to perform its other acts, minus elephant rides. In accordance with No. -83.694 36.042 Degrees. (1994 Jeff. 17-1990, adopted and effective 12-19-1990; Jeff. (C)Any animal quarantined at any location which does not have a microchip implanted, shall have a microchip implanted by MAS at the expense of the animals owner. No. Metro Am. by City of Jefferson City | Sep 16, 2022 | Community, Residents. (2)Within one year of the date of purchase, the animal is certified by a veterinarian as suffering any congenital or hereditary condition; Then you have the right to return the animal to the seller within 72 hours of the veterinary certification and receive a full refund or exchange of equal value, or you may keep the animal and attempt to cure the condition. If the identity of the dogs owner cannot be determined, the dog shall be immediately impounded. Any person who has been convicted of or entered a guilty plea to an animal abuse offense. Butikofer said the prosecutors staff had not made any changes to the ordinance, though some areas had been highlighted. Be Nice: No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism An animal shall not be deemed to be a potentially dangerous dog or dangerous dog solely because it bites or attacks: In addition to restraints which apply to all dogs as defined in the chapter, a dog classified by the Director as a potentially dangerous dog shall only be kept in an enclosure which the Director finds to be sufficiently secure to contain the dog taking into consideration the dogs size and behavior and the dogs history. (3)Animals shall be properly shod and the hooves shall be kept trimmed. Metro Am. Visit our attorney directory to find a lawyer near you who can help. Jefferson City cares about the health and safety of every member of our community. 290-2007, approved 12-20-2007), (A)Any Class C kennel shall, in addition to the other requirements of this chapter, comply with the standards of this section whenever any dog is trained for guard, sentry, or obedience purposes. (E)Any owner of a dog or cat who is cited and convicted in a court of law or pleads guilty in a court of law to a restraint violation of this chapter on two occasions within a 12-month period or whose animal is impounded twice within a 12-month period for a restraint violation of this chapter, or a combination of two separate incidents of citation and impoundment within a 12-month period, shall have the animal spayed or neutered within seven days of the conviction or plea. Ordinance Adoption Procedures jeffersoncity_frt.pdf (68.7 KB) Title 1. (2)Any person cited for a civil offense under this chapter shall be subject to a penalty of not less than $150 nor more than $1,000.