City Ord Chapter 8 (ANIMALS)

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According to the ordinance, what is the primary requirement when a person walks an animal on property not owned by them?

The person must possess a device for collecting fecal matter. (correct)
The person must ensure the animal is on a leash at all times.
The person must have explicit permission from the property owner.
The person must be a resident of the city.

What is the maximum time allowed for removing animal waste from an owner's premises after a complaint is received by the city?

12 hours.
Immediately upon notification.
24 hours. (correct)
48 hours.

Which of the following activities is generally prohibited regarding animals, according to the ordinance?

Raising, breeding, or keeping animals for commercial purposes. (correct)
Keeping domesticated pigeons in an orderly manner.
Raising animals for non-commercial purposes.
Keeping nonvicious domestic animals for personal enjoyment.

According to the ordinance, what is the legal status of wild animals, including birds?

They are deemed property of the state. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for keeping manure or offal from animals on one's property?

It must be securely confined to prevent scattering and offensive conditions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A resident wants to start a small business selling eggs from chickens raised in their backyard. According to the ordinance, what is allowed?

It is prohibited under the restrictions of commercial purposes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If a person fails to comply with the subsection regarding the keeping and removal of animal waste, what consequence may they face?

A misdemeanor charge. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity related to animals is explicitly stated as not being prohibited by this ordinance?

The orderly keeping of domesticated pigeons (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the city enacting the pigeon-keeping regulation?

To expand antiquated state law, allowing orderly keeping of all domesticated pigeons, not just racing pigeons. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for keeping domesticated pigeons according to the provided text?

The owner must be a member of a national domesticated pigeon organization. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can an existing pigeon loft be exempt from new or updated administrative standards?

If the loft owner submits a written request for a waiver and the city manager approves it based on public health and welfare purposes. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What information must be included on the band of a domesticated pigeon for it to be considered as such under the city's regulations?

The name of the registering organization and a unique identification number. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which departments have the authority to inspect a licensed pigeon loft?

The Building Department and the Police Department. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for obtaining a copy of the administrative standards for pigeon lofts?

The standards can obtained at no charge from the office of the city clerk. (B) Signup and view all the answers

If police observe a potential violation of pigeon regulation, what standards would they use to assess compliance?

Administrative standards promulgated by the city manager and the standards adopted by the Macomb County Health Department. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the document, which of the following organizations is considered a legitimate pigeon fancier organization?

The American Racing Pigeon Union (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would be considered unlawful according to the chapter?

An individual attempting to sell a constrictor snake. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A resident owns a tiger on the effective date of the chapter. What action must they take?

Remove the tiger from the city within 30 days. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is NOT exempt from the regulations regarding exotic and wild animals?

A private collector displaying piranha fish. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following animals would be legal to keep?

A domestic cat. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities involving a restricted animal could be legally permissible?

Using monkeys to assist disabled persons. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely legal consequence if someone is found to be harboring an illegal animal?

The person found to be in possession may face legal penalties. (D) Signup and view all the answers

An aquarium wishes to house sharks for public display. What requirement must they meet to be exempt from the restrictions?

They must be accredited by the American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A research facility wants to study the venom of poisonous spiders found locally. Under what condition is this permissible?

If they are a bona fide scientific, medical, or educational research facility. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can city officials revoke a loft inspection approval and notify the Macomb County Health Department?

If the licensee or applicant fails the initial inspection and cannot or will not fix the violation(s) within 72 hours. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What action can city officials take regarding unlicensed lofts if a license application is not pending?

Take immediate action to eliminate such lofts, including issuing citations and seeking abatement through the Board of Ordinance Appeals. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for 'Rabies Confinement at the Owner's Residence' according to the provided information?

The animal must be kept in a secure environment with no contact with outside animals or people besides the owner's family. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Before a loft owner is held responsible for pigeon loft odors, what verification process must occur?

Odor complaints must be independently verified at the property line and tracked to the loft by animal control personnel. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is it considered 'Unlawful Noise' for a dog or cat?

When the animal's noises disturb the peace and quiet of any person or cause neighborhood disturbance. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the restrictions regarding the periods during which pigeons can be outside of their loft for exercise, training, or competition?

Exercise, training, and competition periods shall not exceed three hours at any one time. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the city code, which of the following scenarios regarding pigeon excreta would NOT result in responsibility for the pigeon owner?

Excreta is found on public sidewalks and is suspected to be from the owner's pigeons, but direct attribution cannot be verified. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of adult animals (older than four months) that a person can legally keep at one address, according to the ordinance?

Four. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the city code, what is the consequence of a continuing or repeated violation of the chapter related to pigeon lofts?

It constitutes a nuisance per se and may be abated by an action in circuit court. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the ordinance, under which of the following circumstances is the limit on the number of animals kept at a premises not applicable?

When a licensed veterinarian operates a business with animals on the premises. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action can a city official legally take regarding a pet owner's animal, according to the information?

Require the owner to exhibit any dog or cat in their possession at a reasonable time. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pigeon management, what constitutes a 'nuisance per se' according to the city code?

Any continuing or repeated violation of the chapter governing pigeon lofts. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A loft owner allows their pigeons to perch on a neighbor's roof for several hours each day. Which of the following statements accurately reflects whether this is permissible under city code?

This is generally not permissible, except for reasonable exceptions for short-term training of juvenile pigeons. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What specific document must a cat owner produce upon request by a law enforcement officer?

Certificate of vaccination. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If a minor claims ownership of a dog that violates a city ordinance, who is held responsible for the penalties and fees?

The minor's parent or guardian is deemed the owner and responsible for the penalties and fees. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action should a person capable of physically restraining an animal take when letting the animal out to relieve itself during rabies confinement at the owner's residence?

The animal must be on a leash or lead and handled by a person capable of physically restraining the animal. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the ordinance, what is the maximum punishment for intentionally harassing a police dog lawfully performing its duties?

A fine of no more than $500 and imprisonment for no more than 90 days. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If an individual commits another crime while also violating the section regarding police animals, can they be charged for both offenses?

Yes, the section does not prohibit being charged with other violations committed simultaneously. (B) Signup and view all the answers

When must a veterinarian transmit the certificate of vaccination for every dog that resides within the city?

No later than the fifteenth day of the month following the month in which the rabies vaccination was administered. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What information should the certificate of vaccination include, according to the ordinance?

All information required by the City Clerk for licensing purposes and by Animal Control for public safety purposes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can the City Clerk waive the vaccination reporting requirement for a dog?

If the veterinarian or owner produces a written statement indicating that vaccination will have an adverse health impact on the dog. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must an owner of an unvaccinated dog affirm in the signed affidavit included with the dog license application?

That they are aware of and assume all of the potential liability and risk and they recognize the potential for court-ordered euthanasia and/or quarantine of the dog should it bite a person or animal. (B) Signup and view all the answers

A person sees someone intentionally teasing a police horse while it is on duty. According to the ordinance, what is the most likely legal consequence for the person teasing the horse?

A misdemeanor charge punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A veterinarian vaccinates a dog on March 5th. According to the ordinance, by what date must the veterinarian transmit the vaccination certificate to the city's designee?

April 15th (D) Signup and view all the answers

Animal Fecal Matter

It's illegal to allow your animal to leave fecal matter outside your property without immediate cleanup.

Walking Animals

When walking an animal off your property, have a device to collect and a place to deposit fecal matter.