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Council weighs ordinance on dangerous animals after reported dog attacks
Summary
Councilmember Eric introduced discussion on drafting an ordinance to prohibit vicious animals after recounting recent dog attacks in his neighborhood; the item will be considered further at future meetings.
Councilmember Eric asked the council to consider drafting an ordinance prohibiting vicious animals after recounting multiple dog attacks he said occurred in his neighborhood.
Eric described a specific incident in which he said a pit bull got loose, attacked another dog and returned to bite it again; the victim animal required extensive veterinary care. He said he has witnessed several similar incidents over nearly 20 years living in the Upper Ridgefield Station area and referenced that the neighboring town of North Beach has a “dangerous animal” ordinance.
Eric said he is seeking a discussion of whether Chesapeake Beach should adopt a similar ordinance to address repeated, aggressive animal behavior. The work session recorded the discussion and background; councilmembers did not vote and requested additional information and possible ordinance language for a future meeting.
