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Pit Bull breed dogs, other than an AKC or UKC
registered show dog, is prohibited within the city of Pine Bluff
unless approved by the Department of Animal Control. The keeping of
Pit Bull dogs within the city limits is restricted pursuant to the
provisions of the
Pine Bluff City Ordinance 5831, Section 5-43(b).
(Registration and maintenance of Pit Bull breed dogs).
Registration requirements:
1. The dog must have a valid license.
2. The owner must provide proof of insurance.
3. The owner or handler must be 21 years of age.
4. The owner must have documented proof of liability insurance
($100,000).
5. The owner must meet restraint and confinement regulations.
6. The owner must provide documented proof of sterilization
surgery.
An owner who desires to keep a pit bull breed
dog in the city shall bring the dog to the Pine Bluff Animal Control
Shelter along with the documentation. Upon approval the dog will be
assigned a registration number, that must be tattooed on the abdomen
of the dog near the upper inside of the right leg by a license
veterinarian.
Pit Bull dogs owned and maintained by a local,
state, or federal agency and are used for law enforcement purposes, or
is used as a service animal in accordance with the American
Disabilities Act are
exempt, unless the dog is found and declared a
"vicious" dog, the animal then will be prohibited from remaining in
the city.
A pit bull shall be subject to immediate
seizure and impoundment and the owner may be fined up to $500.00 for
failure to comply with any provisions of the pit bull ordinance.
For additional information contact the office
of Animal Control. |
