§ 12-4-102. CONFINEMENT OF FEMALE DOGS OR CATS IN HEAT.  


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  • The owner, agent, or custodian of any female dog or cat in oestrus "heat" shall guard and protect the dog or cat so that she will not be out of doors except:

    (1)

    Within a fenced area on the owner's property on a leash and accompanied by the owner for the purpose of natural relief; or

    (2)

    During the process of conveying the dog or cat to a place suitable for the purpose of medical treatment, boarding, or breeding and under the direct control of the owner, agent, or custodian.

(1988 Code, § 6-147) (Bill No. 3-00, § 4, 7-1-2004)