Sec. Stephen.Hammond@cobbcounty.org, Jacob Arnold The enclosure must also meet the specified height, size, and design requirements. of 5-24-05). Any animal determined to have bitten a person shall be immediately strictly confined and isolated for observation at CCAC or, at the owner's option, the owner may immediately take the biting animal to a licensed veterinarian. (2) Leaves an animal in a parked vehicle when temperatures inside the vehicle may adversely affect the animal's health and welfare. The purpose and effect of this rule is to specify, detail and clarify the importation requirements by species for animals and certain animal products into Florida from other states. It will take 5 to 7 days and 5 to 10 goats depending on alot of variables. Sec. (3) Places an animal in the custody of a state licensed entity, such as but not limited to a veterinary clinic, grooming facility, boarding facility, or pet sitter for treatment, boarding, or other care, and fails to reclaim the animal by the agreed upon time. Yes, the goat can eat corn as long as it is fed in limited quantities. of 9-23-80, 20; Ord. Grids, provided the animal can easily stand, walk, lay and sit on the grids without its feet or body parts being caught, damaged, or injured. The property . Ordinances and regulations can include terms such as agriculture,. Sec. State law referenceLivestock running at large, O.C.G.A. of 6-11-85; Ord. of 5-24-05). a) Any person who engages in any behavior or activity defined as "abandonment (abandonment of an animal)" under section 10-1, shall be in violation of this chapter. 10-66. of 10-24-89; Res. (f) The owner of a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog shall notify the dog control officer within 24 hours if the dog is loose, unconfined, has attacked a human, has died, or has been sold or donated. These two members shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing commissioners, and these members' terms shall begin with the announcement of their appointment at an open meeting and will conclude upon first of their appointing commissioner's leaving office for any reason. (6) Keeping a record of the number, description and disposition of all animals impounded or otherwise taken into custody, showing in detail in the case of each animal the following: a. (3) No animal that is in strict confinement shall be sterilized or undergo any other surgical procedure during the quarantine period unless the surgery is necessary for a life threatening medical condition or injury. - Abandonment of a domestic animal. (a) Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted or applied so as to create any power or duty in conflict with the preemptive effect of any federal or state law. - Treatment of diseased or injured animals. If the dog has been sold or donated, the owner shall provide the dog control officer the name, address, and telephone number of the new owner of the dog, and notify the new owner of the designation. Check zoning and other ordinances first. at any animal fight/battle. (h) Any animal found to be used in violation of subsections (a), (b), (c), (d) or (e) of this section will be immediately confiscated by CCAC. of 6-11-85; Ord. of 5-24-05). An annual fee to register dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs as set by the board of commissioners shall be paid by the owner to CCAC. (c)Other regulations. of 6-11-85; Ord. Common names: Mountain lion Sleek and graceful, cougars ( Puma concolor ) are solitary and secretive animals rarely seen in the wild. (1) It shall be unlawful for the owner of any animal to permit such animal to be out of his immediate control and restraint, or to be left unattended off the premises of the owner, or to be upon the property of another person without the permission of the owner or person in possession of such other property. (3) Collects, houses, or harbors animals in filthy, unsanitary conditions that constitute a health hazard to the animals being kept, and/or to the animals or residents of adjacent property. Investigation: People practicing Santeria may be dumping headless goats (2)Surety bond. of 5-24-05). of 6-11-85; Ord. (Ord. of 5-24-05). (770) 590-5622 (a) The Cobb County Animal Control Board shall consist of the following: One member of the Humane Society of Cobb County board of directors or its designee (post 1); three interested citizens who have interest in domestic animals (posts 2, 3, 4); two veterinarians, at least one of whom shall be a member of the Cobb County Veterinary Medical Society (posts 5, 6); and one citizen chosen by the chairman of the board of commissioners (post 7). of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-10; Ord. * State law and other referencesSee Georgia Department of Agriculture, Animal Industry Division, Chapter 40-13-13, Animal Protection, the current state law, and the Georgia Rabies Control Manual. 2 (O.C.G.A 4-8-20 et seq.) (3) Any CCAC officer who finds an animal in need of immediate medical care or treatment due to a life threatening illness or injury or finds an animal in danger, may remove the animal from public or private property if the removal is for the purpose of seeking immediate medical care for the animal, or is in the immediate best interest of the animal. Police departmentmeans the Cobb County Police Department or its successor department(s). How to Keep Backyard Goats - BACKYARDABLES of 5-24-05). Most animals have no symptoms but infection may cause abortion in sheep and goats. Animal waste shall be removed by placing said matter in a closed or sealed container and thereafter disposing of it in the animal owner's or public trash receptacle, sanitary disposal unit or other closed or sealed refuse container. Euthanasiameans the legal act of putting animals to death using humane methods approved by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Appointments are required for adoptions and owner surrenders CCAC shall have the right to inspect, randomly and without notice, a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog, which is required to be confined pursuant to this section, in its environment. (b) The owner of a dog confiscated for violation of section 10-10 shall have 20 days from the date the dog was confiscated to comply with the provisions of this chapter and pay reasonable confiscation costs to redeem the animal. (c) Wildlife or wild animals as defined by this chapter which have been captured by or come to be in the custody of CCAC shall not be deemed impounded and need not be retained for any minimum length of time. CCAC shall have the exclusive right to dispose of all animals that have been relinquished to CCAC, impounded or confiscated and not redeemed within the period specified by CCAC, including but not limited to domestic animals, farm animals, livestock, exotic animals, birds and reptiles, in any manner deemed appropriate and in the best interest of the animal and in accordance with this chapter. The injury inflicted by the dog was sustained by a person who, at the time, was committing a willful trespass or other tort, was tormenting, abusing, or assaulting the dog, had in the past been reported to have tormented, abused or assaulted the dog, or was committing or attempting to commit a crime. Wild animal/wildlifemeans any animal which is indigenous to this state, but not included in the definition of a domestic animal, and including any hybrid animal that is part wild animal. (2) The posting on the premises of a dangerous dog sign obtained from the county warning that there is a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog on the property. Goat-derived products are only for personal consumption. (3) If the animal cannot be sterilized as required due to disease, medical condition, or for other reasons as specified by a veterinarian, then signed verification from a licensed veterinarian shall be delivered to CCAC by the adopter and the animal shall be sterilized upon recovery or as soon as recommended by the veterinarian. of 9-23-80, 21; Ord. Ventilation (adequate)means fresh air sufficient to provide for the health of an animal. (Ord. Rescue group (licensed)means any individual or entity that houses and cares for rescue animals until permanent homes can be located and that maintains all required federal, state and local licenses/registrations. c. An animal that is current on its vaccination and has bitten its owner, caretaker, or member of its family. 10-10. Cruelty to an animal includes but is not limited to: (1) Willful neglect as defined by this chapter; (2) Failure to provide reasonable remedy or relief for any injured or diseased animal; (4) Beating, torturing, tormenting or mutilating; (6) Killing any animal or causing the same to be done; (10) Failure to provide adequate shelter; (11) Failure to provide adequate bedding; (12) Failure to provide adequate primary enclosure; (13) Failure to provide adequate exercise; (15) Failure to maintain sanitary conditions; (16) Failure to provide adequate ventilation; (17) Failure to provide adequate temperature control; (18) Hording or collecting animals as defined by this chapter; (19) Owning, managing, obtaining, confining or caring for any number of animals in an animal mill as defined by this chapter; or. (b) The animal control board may request and receive in a timely manner statistics, information and documentation necessary for reports and studies for the board of commissioners. Not maintained in a proper enclosure; or. If CCAC is unable to contact the owner by telephone, it shall send notice of impoundment to the owner by certified mail. of 6-28-94; Code 1977, 3-5-26; Ord. (1) The sale of any live animal at public or private sale, the giving or adopting of a live animal to an individual/entity, or the transference of ownership of a live animal to CCAC or any licensed humane society, licensed rescue group or licensed veterinarian. The dog inflicts an injury upon a person when the dog is being used by a law enforcement officer in carrying out official duties; or. This definition is intended to embrace any person who is a custodian. In addition, the animal control board may enact procedures for hearings on the state dangerous dog law. of 10-24-89; Res. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-18; Ord. (8) Areas that contain nails, screws, broken glass, broken boards, pits, poisons, sharp implements or other items that could cause injury, illness or death to an animal. No person under 18 years of age may adopt an animal and all adopters must provide proper identification prior to the adoption. (b) Any person may take into custody any animal running at large in violation of this chapter and place with CCAC. The unit manager may also be designated by the board of health as the official rabies control officer for the county. (c) The CCAC may waive any part of the normally required fees at his discretion. Under the ordinance, those wishing to have hens on their property will have to apply to . of 6-11-85; Ord. Every holder of a long-term note secured by real estate must have the security instrument recorded in the county where the real estate is located within 90 days. 2. (b)Confiscation of biting animals. Board of healthmeans the Cobb County Board of Health, or its authorized representatives, which shall include officers or employees of CCAC. The dog inflicts an injury upon a person when the dog is being used by a law enforcement officer executing official duties; b. of 5-24-05). 10-121.2. Other provisions of law or regulations relating to this chapter shall apply when any provisions of this chapter shall conflict with the laws of the state or the United States of America. of 9-23-80, 26; Ord. (c) The animal control board may enact its own by-laws and general hearing procedures. Endanger the health or welfare of the animal; or. The waste removal method described above shall not apply to those persons maintaining animals on tracts of land seven acres or greater. - Motorist hitting domestic animal to make report. of 6-11-85; Ord. (f) No person residing in the same household, nor any corporation, institute or other entity, may adopt more than three animals within any 12-month period; however, nothing shall prohibit CCAC discretion to donate more than three animals in a 12-month period, if the donation is in the best interest or welfare of the animal or it is in the best interest of public safety. (1) Dogs, while legally hunting or working on agricultural property with permission of the owner, are not required to wear a collar with identification tags when off the property of the owner. A vaccinated animal if the animal has a medical condition, verified by a written statement from a licensed veterinarian, and confinement at CCAC or a veterinary clinic would be detrimental to the health and welfare of the animal. If the dog is being used for hunting purposes the owner shall have on his person a valid hunting license. The jurisdiction for enforcement of this chapter shall be in the unincorporated area of the county; however, the county may contract or enter into agreements with other municipalities to enforce this chapter for joint animal control services or for the provision of animal control services and for the separate or joint use of personnel, facilities and equipment for such services. Also known as mountain lions or pumas, cougars are known for their strength, agility, and awesome ability to jump. Sec. This week the county commission voted 3 to 2 to allow homeowners living on less than two acres to house hens on their property. Cobb County Wildlife Control Wildlife Business Georgia GA Rules regulating backyard chickens on less than two acres were eased Tuesday by the Cobb County Board of Commissioners. Restraint of animalmeans complete and immediate control of an animal by a physical device while under the direct supervision of a competent person. (7) Exception: Section 10-11(a)(2)b. shall not apply to the areas contained within the Sweat Mountain Dog Park or within any other county or city dog park designated as such by the applicable governing authority, provided that all other rules, regulations and ordinances connected to the use of that area are followed. (f)Enforcement by unit manager, animal control officer, humane officers. (a)Animal control unit. (2) The owner must post the premises with a vicious animal warning sign. (1) Adequate shelter includes but is not limited to the following: a. State law referenceDead Animal Disposal Act, O.C.G.A. (c)Removal and disposition of dead animals within rights of way and on public property. of 6-11-85; Ord. of 6-11-85; Ord. (a)Certificate required. When, in the opinion of the CCAC manager, an animal in the custody of CCAC is: (1) Diseased or injured and in need of immediate treatment so as to lessen the animal's suffering or to prevent the spread of communicable disease, the CCAC manager or designee shall immediately obtain the services of or place the animal with a licensed veterinarian for the purpose of administering necessary treatment. Field Operations Manager of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-7; Ord. (6) Every animal shall be restrained and controlled so as to prevent it from causing property damage, harassing pedestrians or bicyclists, molesting passersby, chasing vehicles, or attacking persons or other animals. Some Chicagoans are stocking their kitchens with milk, eggs and honey from local sourcesin some cases, as local as their own backyards. If identified, CCAC shall, within 24 hours of receipt, telephone the owner to give notice of the impoundment. (4) Administering poison to any animal or exposing any animal to any poisonous or toxic/deadly substance. Sec. of 9-23-80, 13; Ord. (b) Exception: Licensed veterinarians who perform surgery or euthanasia and CCAC personnel who euthanize animals under the direction of the CCAC manager per the guidelines of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, Georgia Department of Agriculture and this chapter are not in violation of this chapter. of 10-24-89; Ord. Sufficient protection from the elements to keep the animal dry; c. Sufficient shade and ventilation to prevent an animal from overheating and/or dehydrating; and. of 9-23-80, 18; Ord. 10-6. (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a)(1) of this section, the owner of a vicious animal shall notify CCAC immediately, but in any case within 24 hours, if the animal is loose, unconfined, has attacked a human, has died or has been sold or donated. (c) Any person found in violation of subsection (a) or (b) of this section shall be in violation of this chapter, subject to the following exceptions: (1) Persons using guide dogs or assistance dogs are exempt from removing feces; (2) Hunting dogs being used in a legal hunt with permission of the property owner; or. The first thing to do is to find out if your county, municipality or homeowners association allows goats where you live. of 6-11-85; Ord. Description and Range Regulations Locations Living with wildlife Preventing conflict Upon receiving notice that an animal has bitten or attacked a person, an authorized person from CCAC shall investigate the incident. "Whoever done it," area resident Johnny Davis told. (770) 590-5620 (Fax). (d)Methods of disposal of dead animals. of 10-24-89; Res. In any event, any tether must be a minimum of ten feet in length. (2) Restraint of dogs and/or animals shall be maintained as follows: a. of 9-23-80, 24; Ord. 4-3-1 et seq. It specifies requirements for raising dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, turkeys, horses, cows, goats, and sheep. Unprovoked attackorwithout provocationmeans an attack that is not provoked as defined by this chapter. (c) Animals that may not be vaccinated for health reasons at the direction of a licensed veterinarian and those under the suggested age shall wear a collar with identification tags when off the property of the owner. b. (6) Causes serious annoyance to a neighboring residence and interferes with the reasonable use and enjoyment of that property. The avg. (b) Any impounded animal not redeemed within the period specified in sections 10-13(d) or 10-67, whichever is applicable, shall be considered abandoned to CCAC, in which event all rights of ownership shall vest in CCAC; and the owner shall have no further claim to such animal. The adopter shall be responsible for providing proof that the animal has been sterilized within seven days of the surgery or will insure that the licensed veterinarian responsible for the spay/neuter surgery submits signed verification to CCAC that the sterilization process has been accomplished. (b) Upon being adjudicated guilty of or entering a guilty plea or nolo contendere plea to a charge made under this provision, the owner of the vicious animal, if allowed to maintain the animal will have to adhere to the following requirements for possessing a vicious animal: (1) The owner must possess a proper enclosure to confine the vicious animal; and. (2)Potentially dangerous dogs. Goats are herd animals, so they should never be kept as solitary animals. A general description by sex, breed and approximate age, together with any identification tag, vaccination tag or other marking, if any; d. The name and address of the person reclaiming or adopting; g. The condition of the animal when received; h. Any treatment administered to the animal, including any drugs, medication or appliances; i. 31-19-6. (2) Physically harmed, tortured, mutilated, beaten, or illegally killed. (e) Any animal bitten by a suspected or proven rabid animal that is not destroyed and manifests any of the symptoms of rabies should be immediately examined by a licensed veterinarian. (1) Any dog that, according to the records of the county, has without provocation either: a. State law referenceAnimal bites, O.C.G.A. Tethermeans any chain, rope, leash, tie out or wire designed to restrain an animal which is attached to an animal's collar or halter and is also attached to a stationary object. Voice control does not constitute control of an animal. (6) Ensures that all animals are treated in accordance with this chapter. Garbagemeans all refuse matter/effluent. When the conditions inside a parked vehicle constitute an imminent threat to the animal's health or safety, any animal left in a parked vehicle may be removed from that vehicle by CCAC, any law enforcement agency, or fire agency. Sec. (c) No animal shall be used as bait to encourage aggressive or fighting behavior in other animals. Under no conditions may dead animals be abandoned at any location, including but not limited to, in wells or open pits of any kind on private or public land. (Ord. Within the first six months of age for sexually immature animals. of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-14; Ord. (a) The owner of any impounded animal may regain possession of the animal upon payment of all applicable fees specified in section 10-37 and compliance with the terms of this chapter. Costsmeans confiscation costs on potentially dangerous dogs, dangerous dogs or vicious animals are set by the board of commissioners and shall be paid by the owner to Cobb County Animal Control. Common Violations | Cobb County Georgia The owner of the dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog who is moving out of the county shall register the dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog in the new jurisdiction within ten days after becoming a resident. d. Buried in or adjacent to the county right-of-way. (5) Study and recommend to the board of commissioners requirements for the treatment and maintenance of animals at the animal shelter. Q fever is a disease caused by a type of bacterium named Coxiella burnetii. In addition to the provisions of subsection (b) of this section, a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog, after adjudication, shall be confiscated as follows: (1)Dangerous dogs. It inflicts an injury upon a person when the animal is being used by a law enforcement officer to carry out the law enforcement officer's official duties. seanna.abbott@cobbcounty.org. However, a person may house the animal for five business days while attempting to locate and/or contact the owner. (a) CCAC shall endeavor to locate adopters for adoptable animals. (e) All animals adopted from the animal shelter shall be neutered or spayed. Tuesday - Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1) Any person having information an animal has bitten or attacked a person shall immediately report such information to CCAC. - Attacking or biting animals. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-9; Ord. Return on investment (ROI) is quick for sheep and goats because they reproduce at a young age and have a high incidence of twinning, are marketed within 6 to 10 months of birth, and can be raised economically on pasture. The injury inflicted by the animal was sustained by a person who, at the time, was committing a willful trespass or other tort; was tormenting, abusing or assaulting the animal; had in the past been reported to have tormented, abused or assaulted the animal; or was committing or attempting to commit a crime. State law referenceEuthanasia of dogs and cats by animal shelters, O.C.G.A.
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