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Article IV — PUBLIC WELFARE, MORALS AND POLICY›Chapter 1 — ANIMALS›Part 3 — OTHER ANIMALS›Division 7 — KEEPING, FEEDING AND RUNNING AT LARGE

4137.7. - ANIMAL DEFINITION.

Arcadia Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-02 · Arcadia

For purposes of Subsection 4137.7.1 the term "animal" or "animals" shall mean "household pets," "rabbits, poultry and domestic fowl" as defined in Division 1 of this Part 3, reptile, fish or any other dumb creature.

(Added by Ord. 1686 adopted 9-18-79)

4137.7.1. - CARE AND CONTROL.

Every person who owns or possesses any animal or who owns, conducts, manages, or operates any animal establishment for which a license is required by the Arcadia Municipal Code, shall comply with each of the following requirements:

(a)

All animals shall be supplied with sufficient good and wholesome food and water as often as the feeding habits of the respective animals require.

(b)

No animals shall be without attention more then twelve consecutive hours. Whenever an animal is left unattended at a commercial animal facility, the telephone number of the Poundmaster or the name, address

and telephone number of the responsible person shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the front of the property.

(c)

Take any animal to a veterinarian for examination or treatment if the Poundmaster finds this is necessary in order to maintain the health of the animal and orders the owner or custodian to do so.

(d)

Not allow any animal to constitute or cause a hazard or be a menace to the health, peace or safety of the community.

(Added by Ord. 1686 adopted 9-18-79; amended by Ord. 2014 adopted 7-5-94)

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