Sec. 3-33. - Redemption of impounded dogs.

(a)

The owner of any impounded dog shall be entitled to regain possession of such dog, except as hereinafter provided for in the cases of certain dogs, upon the payment of impoundment fees and any additional costs to the city, (including, but not limited to, veterinarian bills, euthanasia, any other necessary treatment), and proof of ownership, license and an antirabies vaccination.

(b)

Any dog impounded under the provisions of this chapter and not reclaimed by its owner within five days may be humanely destroyed by the animal control officer, have its title transferred to the society for the prevention of cruelty to animals as provided for in section 3-32 or be placed in the custody of some person deemed to be a responsible and suitable owner who will agree to comply with the provisions of this chapter and such other regulations as shall be fixed by the city, provided that if the dog is one as to which the respective rights of the owner and the person in possession or custody are determined by state law, such law shall be complied with.

(Ch. 449, § I, 5-6-08)