§ 3-1. Definitions.

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(a)

The term "animal control officer" shall be understood to mean the person appointed to carry out the provisions of this chapter.

(b)

The term "animal control shelter" shall mean the building or impoundment area owned or leased by the Carteret County Humane Society and designated by the Carteret County Board of Commissioners for impounding and keeping dogs and cats captured by the county or any municipal animal control officer pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

(c)

The term "dog" or "cat" shall mean:

(1)

"Dog," any animal of the canine species of either sex;

(2)

"Cat," any animal of the feline species of either sex.

(d)

The term "under control" shall mean on a leash, tied or in a pen capable of holding such dog or cat.

(Amend. of 9-11-95(1), § I)

                    
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