§ 5-15. Impounding, redeeming by owner, disposition of unre-deemed dogs.

(a)

Impoundment authorized. Any dog found without a current tag or any animal found in violation of this chapter may be caught by an authorized City employee or an authorized employee of the humane society authorized by the City or anyone acting under its direction, and imprisoned and impounded at a place maintained or designated for that purpose.

(b)

Disposal of unredeemed animals; fees. After a period of confinement of five (5) days, those animals not claimed may be disposed of through approved humane agencies, or otherwise in an humane manner. Animals shall be released to owners on presentation of proof of ownership and after proper inoculation, licensing and payment of fees.

(c)

Adoption of unclaimed animals. The fee for the adoption of an unclaimed animal shall be as adopted by the City Council plus the cost required by Florida Statutes to qualify the animal for adoption.

(Code 1999, § 3-15)