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New ordinance sets requirements for 'vicious' animals

Published: Monday, October 20, 2008 at 5:45 p.m.
Last Modified: Monday, October 20, 2008 at 7:59 p.m.

TUSCUMBIA - Tuscumbia officials now have more authority to handle complaints about vicious dogs after the council tonight approved an ordinance that defines such animals.

A dog is considered vicious if it bites or attacks someone without adequate cause. It also applies to an animal that consistently chases, snaps or barks at people or other animals without reason.

City Councilman Steve Finch said he spoke with several residents in a neighborhood where a dog attack occurred.

"These families have children who are in the neighborhood and they don't want them in danger," Finch said.

The ordinance also addresses confinement requirements, and requirements for walking an animal that is deemed vicious.


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