§ 5-37. Rabies vaccination required for dogs and cats.

(a)

Every owner maintaining a dog or cat over the age of three months shall have such dog or cat vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian either annually with a one-year vaccine or every three years with a three-year vaccine approved for use in the United States. Evidence of vaccination shall consist of a rabies tag and a certificate signed by the veterinarian administering the vaccine and containing pertinent data for identification of the animal. The rabies tag shall be securely affixed to a collar or harness and worn by the dog or cat at all times when off the premises of the owner or custodian, except as otherwise specified.

(b)

A rabies tag may be removed from a dog or cat participating in an organized exhibition, trial or show, or undergoing training, providing the dog or cat is under the direct control of an owner or custodian.

(Ord. No. 92-25, § 17, 11-3-92)