§ 3-2-6. SAFETY OF ANIMALS IN MOTOR VEHICLES AND ENCLOSED SPACES.

(A)

A person may not transport an animal in a motor vehicle on a public roadway unless:

(1)

the animal is safely enclosed within the vehicle; or

(2)

if the animal is transported in an unenclosed vehicle, including a convertible, pick-up truck, flatbed truck, or motorcycle, the animal shall be confined in a secure and appropriately sized vented container or confined in a manner that prevents the animal from falling or jumping from the vehicle or otherwise being injured.

(B)

A person may not keep an animal in a motor vehicle or other enclosed space in which the animal's health or life is endangered by high temperature, low temperature, or inadequate ventilation.

(1)

A peace officer or animal control officer may, after attempting to locate the animal's owner, remove the animal from a vehicle or enclosed space using any reasonable means, including breaking a window or lock. If professional services are required to remove the animal, the owner is responsible for the cost.

(2)

A peace officer or animal control officer who removes an animal from a vehicle or enclosed space in accordance with this subsection is not liable for any resulting property damage.

Source: Ord. 20061005-007.