[Cagdu] FW: Animal laws and ORDINANCES for Los Angeles County

[tina thomas]

Subject: Animal laws and ORDINANCES for Los Angeles County 

I got the following information from the Los Angeles  County website
regarding animal laws. www.animalcare.lacounty.gov Here is the information. 

Some cities may not have adopted all of Title 10 or this version of Title
10. Citizens may want to check with your local city or County Animal Shelter
regarding code editions.
 

Animal Abandonment: Anyone who abandons an animal is subject to a $500 fine
and/or up to six months in jail. (California Penal Code Sec. 597S).


Backyard Breeder -- Dog Breeding License Required: Any person, except for
someone having a valid kennel license who, for pay or other compensation,
breeds a female dog must obtain an animal breeding permit. The permit fee is
$125. In order to prevent the over-breeding of animals, each permit
authorizes the whelping of no more than one litter per female dog in any
12-month period and no more than one litter per domestic household in any
12-month period. (Los Angeles County Code Title 10, Sec. 10.20.045 and
10.90.010).


Barking Dogs: Any pet owner or custodian who allows a dog to bark
continuously or for an extended period of time in a manner that annoys the
neighbors and disturbs the peace and tranquillity of the neighborhood may be
guilty of allowing a public nuisance and punishable by a misdemeanor with a
fine of up to $1000 and/or six months in jail. (California Penal Code 373A
and L.A. County Code Sec. 10.40.065) If you have a noise complaint, contact
your local Department of Animal Care and Control agency or submit an Animal
Complaint Form.


Dangerous Dogs: Dogs that constitute a public menace may be impounded and
removed from the custody of their owner. The Department may file a petition
with the Municipal Court to determine the disposition of an animal
considered to be dangerous. The owner of such an animal may be fined and
forced to give up or dispose of his dog. (County Code Sections 10.37.020.
10/37.040 - 10.37.150)


Dogs In Open Vehicles: It is illegal to transport any dog in or on the back
or bed of any open truck or other open vehicle while traveling on any county
road, street, highway, lane or alley. Violation may result in citation,
court appearance and fines of up to $250 per incident. EXCEPTION: Dogs may
be transported if each animal is cross-tethered securely or the sides of the
open vehicle are built up to a height of 46 inches (3-feet, 10-inches)
(Vehicle Code Sec. 23117)


Inhumane Treatment: State Penal Code Sec. 597 and County Code Sec. 10.12.160
forbid the abusing, mistreatment, torturing and subjecting any animal to
needless suffering. These laws provide that no animal may be deprived of
proper food, water or shelter. Violation of these laws can result in felony
charges. Please report any case of inhumane animal treatment or neglect to
your local animal control agency.

The Leash Law: It is not permissible to let your dog run at large day or
night, with or without a license (County Code Title 10, Section 10.32.010).


Yearly Licensing Requirements: State law and county ordinances require that
a dog license be purchased every year and be securely fastened to the dog's
collar. Licenses are required at four months of age or older, even for dogs
that never leave a house or yard. Failure to license your dog may result in
citations, a court appearance and fines (Calif. Health and Safety Code Sec.
1920, Calif. Food and Agriculture Code Sec. 30502 and County code Sec.
10.20.190). Cat license are also required in all county unincorporated areas
and several contract cities.



Providing Adequate Food And Water: All pet owners are required by law to
provide their animals with adequate food and water. Failure to comply with
this humane pet care measure is a violation of California Penal Code Sec.
597E and County Code Title 10, Sec. 10.40.010.


Providing Proper Shelter: A dog must be provided access to shelter from
extremes of heat or cold and rain at all times. (Calif. Penal Code Sec.597A
and County Code Title 10, Sec. 10.40.010)


Running At Large: No person who owns or has charge of a dog may allow the
animal to run at large. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times when out
of their yards. Violation may result in a citation, court appearance and a
fine of up to $250. (County Code Title 10, Sec. 10.32.010)

Title 10: Complete listing of County Codes pertaining to Animal Care &
Control


Vaccination Requirements: Rabies vaccinations are required for all dogs 4
months of age or older. Failure to comply may result in a citation and a
court appearance. Vaccinations must be valid for the entire licensing
period. (Calif. Health and Safety Code, Sec. 1920 and County Code Title 10,
Sec. 10.20.220)


 
 

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