City Council Approves Animal Ordinance

The Sidney City Council on July 13 approved an ordnance that affects pet owners and how they take care of their animals.

Ordinance No. 1824, which amends Section 618 Animals of the Codified Ordinances of the City of Sidney, identifies who is considered the owner of an animal, the definition of animals allowed in the city limits and where and how they can be kept.

The owner of a dog or cat is defined as “anyone who harbors or permits any dog or cat to be harbored for 10 days or more or who lets the same habitually remain and be fed for 10 days or more in or about his house, store or enclosure.”...