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Council introduces changes to animal code; proposal broadens 'domestic animal' definition and raises penalties for dogs at large
Summary
Council held first readings of two ordinances updating definitions and penalties in the city code governing animals. Proposed changes add a definition for 'domestic animal' and increase penalties when an animal at large causes harm; the dog warden's procedures for designating 'dangerous dogs' were discussed.
At its April 1 meeting, Findlay City Council gave first readings to two ordinances that would amend city code definitions and the section on dogs and animals running at large.
The ordinance amending codified section 505.001 would add a definition for “domestic animal,” language the administration said is intentionally broad so it will include pets and certain farm animals. Council members asked whether the proposed language explicitly includes farm animals; the law director explained the new definition is meant to broaden existing language…
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