As used in this Article, the following definitions shall apply:

Cat means any domesticated animal of the species Felis domestica over six (6) months of age.

Dog shall be construed to mean a dog over six (6) months of age.

Keeper means a person who has custodial or supervisory authority or control over an animal.

Owner shall be construed to mean the party with legal responsibility for the animal, who purchased and/or has primary responsibility for the housing and care of the animal. Where ownership of an animal is shared, all owners shall be jointly and severally liable. The owners may be liable even if the animal was in possession of a keeper at the time of the offense.

Possessor means the person who has possession of the animal at any specific time. (Ord. 1100 §2, 2012)