§ 3-4-45. Humane disposition.

If any animal seized or impounded by the Henry County Animal Care and Control Department evidences advanced symptoms of contagious, infectious or fatal diseases, is seriously ill or severely injured, the animal care and control department shall seek the services of a licensed veterinarian who will determine whether to treat the animal or humanely euthanize the animal; or in the absence of an available veterinarian, the animal control officer may concur with a superior on duty. This action may be taken to control the spread of disease or to eliminate any further pain and suffering of an animal. Every attempt will be made to stabilize an owned animal to afford the owner the opportunity to reclaim the animal.

(Ord. No. 12-12, § II, 7-16-12)