New Shoreham |
Code of Ordinances |
Part II. Revised Ordinances Of The Town Of New Shoreham |
Chapter 3. Animals |
Article III. Rabies Control |
§ 3-103. Destruction or isolation of dogs bitten by rabid animal
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Dogs bitten by a known rabid animal shall be immediately destroyed, or, if the owner is unwilling to destroy the exposed animal, strict isolation of the animal in a kennel for six months shall be enforced. If the dog has been previously vaccinated within the time limits established by the health officer based on the kind of vaccine used, revaccination and restraint for 30 days shall be carried out.
(Rev. Ords. 1989, § 3-103)