§ 4-121. Identification.

It shall be unlawful for any dog owner to possess a dog without some form of identification. Identification by collar, tag, or microchip must provide the following information:

(1)

The owner's name,

(2)

The owner's address,

(3)

The owner's phone number, and

(4)

The dog's name.

If a dog owner is cited for running at large as set forth in section 4-116 and the dog has no form of identification, a citation will be issued for lack of identification. If the owner receives citations for running at large and lack of identification simultaneously, it shall be mandated that the dog be microchipped. The city will hold the citation for fifteen (15) days; upon proof of microchipping, the city prosecutor may choose not to pursue charges for lack of identification.

(Ord. No. 100-12, § III, 12-27-12)