Earlier editions: 2026-07
Fortuna Municipal Code Ch. 6.32 Injured Animals
Fortuna Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Fortuna
Cite as: Fortuna Municipal Code Chapter 6.32 · Text as of 2026-10-04
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For statutory provisions on cruelty to animals, see Penal Code § 597.
§ 6.32.010. Removal of injured animals.¶
At the discretion of the animal control officer, any injured animal found in a public area may be removed to a qualified veterinarian for treatment.
(Ord. 76-362 § 36)
§ 6.32.020. Humane care required.¶
No owner shall fail to provide any animal with adequate food and water, proper shelter and protection from the weather; veterinary care when needed to prevent suffering because of injury, illness, or advanced age; and with humane care and treatment. No person shall beat cruelly, ill treat, torment, mutilate, overload, overwork, or otherwise abuse any animal. No owner shall abandon any animal.
(Ord. 76-362 § 37)
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