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Sec. 10-91. - Purpose of article.#
The purpose of this article is to ensure that horses are properly cared for and maintained in the town.
(Code 1967, § 6-17)
Sec. 10-92. - Definitions.#
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Horse means horses, ponies and donkeys.
(Code 1967, § 6-16)
Cross reference— Definitions generally, § 1-2.
Sec. 10-93. - Enforcement of article.#
The dog officer of the town shall periodically inspect the stable of each horse registered in the town, and shall report to the chief of police and to the general agent for the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals any mistreatment or inadequate care or maintenance of any horse.
(Code 1967, § 6-21)
Sec. 10-94. - Penalty for violation of article.#
Any person violating the terms of this article shall, upon conviction, be punished in accordance with section 1-7.
(Code 1967, § 6-22)
Sec. 10-95. - Registration.#
Every person stabling or maintaining a horse in the town shall register each animal with the town clerk annually. There shall be the currently required fee as set from time to time by resolution of the council to register each horse. Registration shall be on a form to be provided by the town clerk, and shall require the registrant to list the age, sex, color of the animal and the dimensions of the stall in which the animal is to be stabled.
(Code 1967, § 6-18)
Sec. 10-96. - Feeding and shelter.#
Every person maintaining a horse in the town shall provide suitable food and water and fit shelter for the animals under his care. Protective enclosures or stables shall be provided for all horses at all times.
(Code 1967, § 6-19)
Sec. 10-97. - Hoof care.#
All horses shall be properly shod or their hooves properly trimmed.
(Code 1967, § 6-20)