§ 6-1.26. Attacking dogs.

(a)

Prohibited. No owner of or person responsible for a dog shall permit such dog to attack, chase, or harass any person, or any domestic animal having a commercial value, such that injury occurs or, in the case of a person, substantial fear of a significant injury is caused.

(b)

Physicians to report animal bite cases. All cases of animal bites treated by any physician shall be reported by the physician to the Animal Control Officer or Police Department. The report shall contain the name and address of the person bitten; the time and place where such person was bitten; and the name and address of the owner of the biting animal, if known; and any other pertinent information requested by the Animal Control Officer or Police Officer.

(c)

Violation. The violation of subsection (a) of this section shall be a misdemeanor according to the State of California Statues, and the owner of and/or person responsible for such a dog shall be strictly liable for any injury or damage caused by such dog.

(d)

Mitigation. The following shall be considered in mitigating the penalties or damages or in dismissing the charge:

(1)

The dog was properly confined on the premises;

(2)

The dog was deliberately or maliciously provoked.

(§ 1, Ord. 666, eff. April 6, 2002)