§ 14-126. Destruction.

(a)

Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the animal control department may humanely destroy any animal impounded in the animal shelter when the animal control department reasonably believes that the destruction of the animal is necessary to prevent disease or injury to the animals or to humans due to overcrowding in the animal shelter, the presence or threatened presence of contagious disease, the likelihood of danger or injury to humans or animals, or any other condition.

(b)

Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the animal control department may humanely destroy any animal impounded in the animal shelter when the animal control department reasonably believes the animal has sustained an injury or disease which will likely result in maiming, prolonged and/or severe suffering or death.

(Res. No. 18-22, § 1(Exh. A), 5-8-2018)