Animal waste will be removed in a timely manner by placing said material in a closed or sealed container and thereafter disposing of it in the animal owner's trash receptacle, sanitary disposal unit, or other closed or sealed refuse container, so as to provide a sanitary and odor-free condition at all times. It is important to note that corn should never be fed in excess or as a staple diet to goats. The property . Animals that are high-risk carriers of rabies such as foxes, raccoons, and skunks shall not be exhibited in petting zoos or any exhibition where they can come in contact with people. (b) The fees established and collected under this chapter and pursuant to the state dangerous dog control law are not penalties but are imposed for the sole purpose of defraying expenses borne by the county for animal control and welfare under this chapter and are subject to change at any time. Unsanitary conditionsmeans animal living space including shelter and exercise area, contaminated by health hazards, irritants, items or conditions that endanger or pose a risk to an animal's health, including but not limited to: (5) Fumes, foul or noxious odors, contaminated air, hazardous chemicals or poisons; (7) Uncontrolled parasite or rodent infestation; and. They should also not eat meat products such as meat fat, animal organs, etc. (4) Taking up and impounding animals which are in violation of this chapter, using any and all means available that are humane in nature. of 5-24-05). (c) Wildlife or wild animals as defined by this chapter which have been captured by or come to be in the custody of CCAC shall not be deemed impounded and need not be retained for any minimum length of time. of 10-24-89; Res. 8084385: 12/31/2009 Vol. The owner shall notify the CCAC manager of any changes, renewals, and/or cancellations by written notice at least 30 days prior to any change, renewal, and/or cancellation; and, c. The county shall have the right to rely on the representations of the owner that to maintain the required insurance when the owner qualifies for the issuance of the certificate of registration; or. of 9-23-80, 4; Ord. Sec. There is a common tendency among people to feed corn to goats in excess or as a staple diet owing to its low . Domestic animalmeans any animal other than wildlife, wild animals, or exotic animals as defined by this chapter that is domesticated by humans so as to live and breed in a tame condition. (a)Certificate required. (c) Exhibitions of animals for illegal purposes as stated in local ordinances, this chapter, state and federal laws are strictly prohibited. If the owner has not complied with the provisions of this chapter within the 20-day period, the dog shall be destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner, as determined by CCAC. A dangerous dog shall be immediately confiscated by CCAC or by a law enforcement officer or by another person authorized by CCAC if: a. (2) Show animals are not required to wear a collar or rabies tag while being shown as required by this chapter provided that the owner/handler shall have the rabies tag in his possession where it may be shown upon demand of a representative of CCAC. Likewise, contact with the urine, feces, or blood of a potentially rabid animal does not constitute an exposure since the pathogenesis of rabies is such that the virus follows nerve pathways and has only limited circulation in the blood. When off the premises of the owner, all animals shall at a minimum be maintained on an appropriate chain, leash or tie not exceeding 6 feet in length, and in the hands of a person who possesses the ability to restrain the animal. Sec. (3) Animals that are housed at licensed kennels, shelters, or veterinary clinics are exempt from wearing collars and rabies tags provided the animal has been properly vaccinated and the veterinarian/caretaker has the rabies tag or proof of vaccination in his possession where it may be shown upon demand of a representative of CCAC. (f) Any dog or cat entering the county for the purpose of a temporary stay not exceeding 14 days shall be exempt from the rabies tag provision of this section, but shall be subject to all other provisions of this chapter. 10-5. (a) Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted or applied so as to create any power or duty in conflict with the preemptive effect of any federal or state law. (e) One member of the animal control board (post 7) shall be appointed by the chairman of the board of commissioners. 1060 Al Bishop Drive of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-3; Ord. Selling or giving away animals in front of or on private property or public property, other than the animal owner's property, without the owner's permission, is prohibited. The dog is not validly registered as required by section 10-10 of this section, including the posting of warning signs; c. The dog is not maintained in a proper enclosure; or. Hours for Adoption and Reclaim (3) Mutilation of dead domestic animals is prohibited. (2) Use any animal as bait or as a lure in training dogs for racing or other competitions. (Ord. Stephen Hammond (Ord. Once in the custody of the animal shelter, the shelter shall hold and dispose of such animal in the same manner as though such animal had been running at large and impounded by officers of CCAC. In most counties the Clerk of Superior Court is responsible . Other provisions of law or regulations relating to this chapter shall apply when any provisions of this chapter shall conflict with the laws of the state or the United States of America. If the animal is removed from a private residence, notice shall be left at the owner's residence advising the owner of the impoundment and reason for impoundment. d. Buried in or adjacent to the county right-of-way. Animal control unitmeans, collectively, the animal control manager and employees who are under the direction of the Cobb County Police Department, its successor department(s), or other entity selected by the board of commissioners to carry out the duties of animal control for Cobb County pursuant to this chapter and federal/state laws. (d) Ferrets are not required to wear a collar and tag, however the owner, caretaker or veterinarian shall provide proof of vaccination upon demand of CCAC. of 9-23-80, 6; Ord. (1) Collects animals and fails to provide them with humane/adequate care; (2) Collects dead animals that are not properly disposed of as required by this chapter; or. Appointments are required for adoptions and owner surrenders of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-11; Ord. b. Goats are herd animals, so they should never be kept as solitary animals. Any animal determined to have bitten a person shall be immediately strictly confined and isolated for observation at CCAC or, at the owner's option, the owner may immediately take the biting animal to a licensed veterinarian. (8) Areas that contain nails, screws, broken glass, broken boards, pits, poisons, sharp implements or other items that could cause injury, illness or death to an animal. The first thing to do is to find out if your county, municipality or homeowners association allows goats where you live. of 6-11-85; Ord. (Closed on Mondays and Holidays) Turned off or the animal is not wearing a properly operating signaling device; b. (3) Trained/used for fighting other animals. If the owner is unwilling to euthanize the animal, the exposed animal must be placed in strict confinement/isolation for the period of time set by the State of Georgia and vaccinated one month prior to being released from isolation. (2) The owner must post the premises with a vicious animal warning sign. However, a person may house the animal for five business days while attempting to locate and/or contact the owner. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Abandonment (of an animal)means the act of any person who: (1) Abandons an animal by leaving an animal unattended for a period of time in excess of 24 hours without food, water, adequate ventilation or shelter on public or private property, including but not limited to the property of the owner/custodian; (2) Puts out, leaves, abandons, or in any other way discards any animal on public or private property, including but not limited to the property of the owner/custodian, and including but not limited to leaving an animal contained in a box, bag, fence, house or other structure or tethered; or. 10-67. State law referenceInoculation of dogs and cats against rabies, O.C.G.A. The owner of the dog does not secure the liability insurance or bond required by section 10-10; b. - Motorist hitting domestic animal to make report. (h) Any animal found to be used in violation of subsections (a), (b), (c), (d) or (e) of this section will be immediately confiscated by CCAC. or section 10-10 of this chapter shall be destroyed as determined by CCAC only after there has been a conviction or order by the appropriate court under either of such sections. (b) CCAC shall accomplish the sterilization of any animal whose period of impoundment has expired or that has been voluntarily surrendered to the county by: (1) Requiring adopters to sign a binding agreement to have the adopted animal sterilized within a period specified by CCAC as follows: a. (c) Exception: A person shall not be guilty of aggravated cruelty when the person is protecting his life, or the life of another person or animal that is being attacked by an animal that is attempting to severely harm or kill him, provided that the person or animal being attacked is not committing a crime or is not aggravating or inciting the animal to attack, and has not aggravated, injured, abused or assaulted the animal in the past. Strict confinement/isolation for animals bitten by rabid animalmeans confinement for the period of time recommended by the State of Georgia and kept inside a home, basement, garage, or suitable building, and isolated from other animals and people other than the caretaker while the animal is being observed for symptoms of rabies. Ask your local zoning board office or building inspector. of 9-23-80, 21; Ord. of 10-24-89; Ord. d. Adequate bedding or resting area suitable for the breed, species, age, size, and medical condition of the animal. This definition is intended to embrace any person who is a custodian. In addition to the requirements of subsection (a) and (b) of this section, the owner of a dangerous dog shall present to the CCAC manager evidence of either: (1)Insurance. Goat-derived products are only for personal consumption. Under special circumstances and with the approval of CCAC and the county health department, the owner may opt to keep the exposed animal under very strict confinement/isolation and close observation for the period of time set by the State of Georgia. Primary enclosuremeans any structure or device used to restrict an animal to a limited amount of space, such as a fence, building, room, pen, run, cage, stall, paddock, or pasture, that provides adequate space and shelter. (b)Appointment of unit. Add dead goats to the list. I also live in Haymarket. Subject to the requirements of this section for dangerous dogs and subject to revocation for non-compliance and possible confiscation, the CCAC manager shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog if the owner presents to the CCAC manager sufficient evidence of the following: (1) A proper enclosure to confine the dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog; and. (3) Collects, houses, or harbors animals in filthy, unsanitary conditions that constitute a health hazard to the animals being kept, and/or to the animals or residents of adjacent property. Regardless of the quarantine or confinement location, the owner shall be responsible for all expenses incurred. - Impoundment of animals inhumanly or cruelly treated in violation of sections 10-121 through 10-121.6. Confining the animal in strict isolation is the responsibility of the animal owner and subject to unannounced inspections by CCAC. (1) It shall be unlawful for any person who owns or is caring for an animal which has died or has been killed to abandon the animal, its parts, or blood. of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-12; Ord. 10-121.4 - Animal fighting/training arenas/areas. of 10-24-89; Res. (2) Notifying the dog's owner pursuant to the state dangerous dog control law when the dog has been classified. (770) 590-5622 of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-8; Ord. of 9-23-80, 15; Ord. (7) Be ready/willing for combat and unyielding in combat. This section is enacted pursuant to the Georgia Constitution and 1967 Ga. Laws (Act No. of 9-23-80, 7, 8; Ord. (c) Right to inspect. Any other provision of this section to the contrary notwithstanding, it shall be the duty of CCAC and the county department of transportation to remove and dispose of the carcasses of all dead animals found within the rights-of-way of all county roads maintained either totally or in part from county funds. . The certificate of registration must be renewed annually on the date the dog was declared a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog. (1) The above provisions concerning general control and contained in subsection (a) of this section are applicable to attacking or biting animals, vicious animals and dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-7; Ord. (a) The owner of any animal shall be in violation of this chapter if the animal engages in any activity or exhibits any behavior as defined a "vicious animal" by this chapter under section 10-1. (Ord. ; permitting dogs in heat to run at large, O.C.G.A. (4) Used as bait to train/lure other animals to fight/kill. Likewise, any person moving into Cobb County who owns a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog shall register the dangerous dog in Cobb County within ten days after becoming a resident. The dog inflicts an injury upon a person when the dog is being used by a law enforcement officer executing official duties; b. Sufficient protection from the elements to keep the animal dry; c. Sufficient shade and ventilation to prevent an animal from overheating and/or dehydrating; and. 7 Years. It shall be unlawful to interfere with any animal control officer by taking or attempting to take any animal from any vehicle used to transport such animal, or by taking or attempting to take any animal from the animal control impounding areas, or by any other method which would block or hinder any officer referred to in this section from performing his duties. (3) Hold a public meeting at least twice yearly. - Abandonment of a domestic animal. (3) Any animal, which presents a danger or exhibits a propensity for aggressive behavior towards any person or other animal, without regard to whether the period of confinement designated in section 10-67 has expired. (1) Possess, use, sell, give, trade, or loan apparatus, paraphernalia, pit supplies, implements, programs, drugs or equipment used to train or condition animals to be aggressive, aggressive animals, game animals, or animals used to train other animals to be aggressive. The owner of any animal shall be in violation of this chapter if the animal exhibits any behavior or engages in any activity defined as a "nuisance animal" under section 10-1. Roosters have a habit of being bothersome early in the morning, for example. Sec. If you need assistance after hours, call the Police Departments Non-Emergency number at (770)-499-3911. And unlike some nearby suburbs, Chicago has no limit on the number of animals residents keep. The unit manager may also be designated by the board of health as the official rabies control officer for the county. Due . j. The dog must be restrained by a substantial chain or leash not more than six feet in length and under the physical control of a person who possesses the ability to restrain the dog. (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a)(1) of this section, the owner of a vicious animal shall notify CCAC immediately, but in any case within 24 hours, if the animal is loose, unconfined, has attacked a human, has died or has been sold or donated. Sheep and goats can be raised with very little grain, which is advantageous at a time when grain prices are on the rise. Garbage or spoiled/rancid food is not considered adequate food. (Ord. Hello, a lot of time has passed since the comme t was made. Sufficient coverage and insulation to protect an animal from extreme hot and cold temperatures; b. They eat from ground level to 4 ft and sometimes higher. of 5-24-05). Also known as mountain lions or pumas, cougars are known for their strength, agility, and awesome ability to jump. of 5-24-05). of 9-23-80, 23; Ord. Goat Behavior and Temperament. (1) Sufficient safe space for adequate exercise suitable to the age, size, species and breed of animal; (2) Sufficient space during periods of confinement, suitable to the age, size, species and breed of animal to permit the animal to turn about freely, stand, sit, or lie, move, etc. J, 1-4) and 1969 Ga. Laws (Act No. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-3.1(a)(c); Ord. b. Water (adequate)means clean, fresh water sufficient to prevent dehydration, properly sustain health, and prevent significant risk to the animal's health. The state law known as the dangerous dog control law is incorporated in this chapter by reference and made part of this chapter. Ineffective for any animal that has learned it can cross the fence line; c. Intended to be a means of keeping people or animals out of an enclosed area; or. Relinquishedmeans written transfer of ownership of an animal by the owner to CCAC. You should also consider a less "legal" aspect of having animals: the neighbors. There is hereby created the county animal control unit, which shall have primary responsibility for animal control and welfare in the county. Specifically, the defendant is alleged to have solicited a 17-year-old female for sex in October 2022. (b) The owner of a dog confiscated for violation of section 10-10 shall have 20 days from the date the dog was confiscated to comply with the provisions of this chapter and pay reasonable confiscation costs to redeem the animal. An annual fee to register dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs as set by the board of commissioners shall be paid by the owner to CCAC. Charging a fee to do procedures on another person's animal or receiving compensation to render services can cost you. Under no conditions may dead animals be abandoned at any location, including but not limited to, in wells or open pits of any kind on private or public land. b. Notwithstanding the above, all members shall continue to serve until their replacements are appointed. (a) In addition to such other powers and duties as may be set forth in this chapter, the animal control board shall have the power and duty to: (1) Hold hearings and recommend to the board of commissioners regulations and amendments to this chapter concerning the control and welfare of animals in the county. b. If the owner has not complied with the provisions of this section within 20 days of the date the dog was confiscated, the dog shall be destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner. of 6-28-94; Code 1977, 3-5-26; Ord. It is permissible within the corporate limits of the City of Acworth to have goats, miniature pigs and backyard chickens if the following standards are met: (a) Goats shall not exceed 24 inches in height (at the withers) or 80 pounds in weight. (e)Right to inspect. (2) An animal that has been injured, that is in danger, or whose health or safety has been compromised may be removed by CCAC without being in violation of this chapter. No person under 18 years of age may adopt an animal and all adopters must provide proper identification prior to the adoption. tit. The injury inflicted by the dog was sustained by a person who, at the time, was committing a willful trespass or other tort, was tormenting, abusing, or assaulting the dog, had in the past been reported to have tormented, abused or assaulted the dog, or was committing or attempting to commit a crime. It shall be the continuing and sole duty of the owner to provide the CCAC manager an updated and effective policy; b. During Tuesday's second public . Acceptable temporary tethers include appropriate size chain, leash, rope or other tethering device that is of adequate length to satisfy the space and exercise requirements for the animal. In any event, any tether must be a minimum of ten feet in length. Do all goats have horns? The injury inflicted by the animal was sustained by a person who was committing a willful trespass or other tort, was tormenting, abusing or assaulting the animal, had in the past been reported to have tormented, abused or assaulted the animal, or was committing or attempting to commit a crime. Ideally, corns should only make up less than 50% of their total diet. Upon receiving notice that an animal has bitten or attacked a person, an authorized person from CCAC shall investigate the incident. (d) Unvaccinated cattle or livestock bitten by a suspected or proven rabid animal should be destroyed (slaughtered) immediately. of 6-11-85; Ord. of 9-23-80, 13; Ord. (6) Keeping a record of the number, description and disposition of all animals impounded or otherwise taken into custody, showing in detail in the case of each animal the following: a. (f) Any licensed veterinarian who is caring for an animal during the period of impoundment shall immediately notify the CCAC manager if the animal dies. Sec. (b)Abandonment of dead animals; requirements as to disposal generally. If the dog has been sold or donated, the owner shall provide the dog control officer the name, address, and telephone number of the new owner of the dog, and notify the new owner of the designation. (d) No person shall own, possess, keep, harbor, train, lend, borrow, or handle any dog, cat, bird/fowl, or other domestic, feral or wild animal with the intent that such animal shall be engaged in any animal fight/fight training, exhibition of animal fighting or being used as bait for fighting/aggressive animals. The laws of the state or the United States of America shall apply when this chapter is silent. (Ord. European ferrets, mustela putorius furo, may be sold, purchased, exhibited, or held as pets, provided that the ferret owner can provide valid documentation that the ferret was sexually spayed or neutered prior to seven months of age and is vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian with a properly administered vaccine approved for use on ferrets by the United States Department of Agriculture. Neglect (willful)means the intentional withholding of adequate food, water and humane care required by an animal to prevent starvation, dehydration, death, or other harmful/debilitating conditions. (c)Dangerous dogs. Sec. seanna.abbott@cobbcounty.org. Wild animal/wildlifemeans any animal which is indigenous to this state, but not included in the definition of a domestic animal, and including any hybrid animal that is part wild animal. Provoked attackmeans an attack resulting when a domestic animal is placed in a situation such that an expected reaction would be to bite or attack. Dogs, while hunting, or show dogs while being shown, are not required to wear a collar or dog tag; but the owner shall have the dog tag in his possession where it may be shown upon demand of a representative of CCAC. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-22; Ord. a. (2) When upon the premises of the owner, attacking or biting animals, vicious animals, potentially dangerous dogs and dangerous dogs shall be kept indoors or in a proper enclosure as defined by this chapter. Police departmentmeans the Cobb County Police Department or its successor department(s). of 5-24-05). (7) Exception: Section 10-11(a)(2)b. shall not apply to the areas contained within the Sweat Mountain Dog Park or within any other county or city dog park designated as such by the applicable governing authority, provided that all other rules, regulations and ordinances connected to the use of that area are followed. These processed feeds are usually made from animal products such as fish, crayfish, maggots, etc. It will take 5 to 7 days and 5 to 10 goats depending on alot of variables. (2) Appropriate burial or cremation of a dead animal as directed in this chapter. If identified, CCAC shall, within 24 hours of receipt, telephone the owner to give notice of the impoundment. (a) No impounded animal shall be neutered or spayed (sterilized) without the owner's consent until the period of redemption has expired, except any animal that in the opinion of a licensed veterinarian must be sterilized in order to save its life may be sterilized by a licensed veterinarian prior to the expiration of the redemption period.
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