of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-17; Ord. Sheep and goats as pets - Maryland Small Ruminant Page a) Any person who engages in any behavior or activity defined as "abandonment (abandonment of an animal)" under section 10-1, shall be in violation of this chapter. (20) Otherwise treating any animal in a cruel or inhumane manner; (1) Licensed veterinarians who perform surgery or euthanasia and CCAC personnel who euthanize animals under the direction of the CCAC manager per the guidelines of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, Georgia Department of Agriculture and this chapter are not in violation of this chapter. If the enclosure is a pen or structure other than a fence, the pen or structure must have secure sides, top and bottom constructed or secured in such a manner to prevent the animal's escape, and be of a height and strength to maintain the animal within it. 2. Sec. of 6-11-85; Ord. Based on that if you live on A1 zoned property and have 2+ acres you can have 1 goat, ordinance 32.300 general use. Aggressively bitten, attacked or endangered the safety of humans after the dog has been classified as a potentially dangerous dog and after the owner has been notified of such classification. (Ord. (2) A person shall not be guilty of cruelty when the person is protecting his life, the life of another person or animal that is being attacked by an animal that is attempting to severely harm or kill him, provided that the person being attacked is not committing a crime or is not aggravating or inciting the animal to attack, and has not aggravated, injured, abused, or assaulted the animal in the past. There is hereby created the county animal control unit, which shall have primary responsibility for animal control and welfare in the county. of 6-11-85; Ord. Return on investment (ROI) is quick for sheep and goats because they reproduce at a young age and have a high incidence of twinning, are marketed within 6 to 10 months of birth, and can be raised economically on pasture. These processed feeds are usually made from animal products such as fish, crayfish, maggots, etc. 10-97. (2) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a)(1) of this section, the owner of a vicious animal shall notify CCAC immediately, but in any case within 24 hours, if the animal is loose, unconfined, has attacked a human, has died or has been sold or donated. Animal millmeans an individual or entity that keeps and/or breeds animals in conditions where animals are frequently caged for extended periods of time, do not receive adequate care, and/or are not kept in an environment conducive to the health and well being of the animals. 10-67. Cobb County Animal Services 1060 Al Bishop Drive Marietta, GA 30008 (770) 499-4136 (770) 590-5620 (Fax) Hours for Adoption and Reclaim Appointments are required for adoptions and owner surrenders (Closed on Mondays and Holidays) Tuesday - Sunday: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (a)Subject to those dogs falling within subsections (b) and (c) of this section, any impounded animal within one of the following categories may be destroyed at the discretion of CCAC, in as humane a manner as possible: (1) Any animal not redeemed within the periods specified in section 10-68 and section 10-13(d) or which by reason of age, disease, temperament or injury, is not considered adoptable or otherwise placeable, or when limitations on available kennel space at CCAC exist. Chickens and Goats in the Backyard: Raising Livestock in Chicago of 10-24-89; Res. of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-10; Ord. An annual fee to register dangerous dogs and potentially dangerous dogs as set by the board of commissioners shall be paid by the owner to CCAC. (2) Physically harmed, tortured, mutilated, beaten, or illegally killed. (4) Leaves an animal in any vehicle where it must stand, sit or lie on extremely hot or cold surfaces including but not limited to truck beds. If identified, CCAC shall, within 24 hours of receipt, telephone the owner to give notice of the impoundment. State law referenceEuthanasia of dogs and cats by animal shelters, O.C.G.A. (Ord. (1) Collects animals and fails to provide them with humane/adequate care; (2) Collects dead animals that are not properly disposed of as required by this chapter; or. Most animals have no symptoms but infection may cause abortion in sheep and goats. (1) Adequate shelter includes but is not limited to the following: a. 10-121.6. Veterinary clinic (licensed)means a business facility where veterinary medicine is practiced. Cobb Parks: Acworth goat farm dropped from green space list These two members shall serve at the pleasure of the appointing commissioners, and these members' terms shall begin with the announcement of their appointment at an open meeting and will conclude upon first of their appointing commissioner's leaving office for any reason. (a) CCAC shall endeavor to locate adopters for adoptable animals. If the owner has not complied with the provisions of this chapter within the 20-day period, the dog shall be destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner, as determined by CCAC. of 10-24-89; Ord. Acceptable temporary tethers include appropriate size chain, leash, rope or other tethering device that is of adequate length to satisfy the space and exercise requirements for the animal. - Jurisdiction and interlocal agreement. No more than one vehicle per 390 square feet of living building square footage may be parked regularly overnight on the property upon which the dwelling unit . (c) All members of the animal control board shall be residents of the county. Human exposure to rabiesmeans any bite, scratch, or other situation in which saliva or central nervous system (CNS) tissue of a potentially rabid animal enters an open wound, fresh wound, or comes in contact with a mucous membrane by entering the eye, mouth, or nose. of 5-24-05; Ord. A female animal that is nursing offspring and that is current on her rabies vaccination. If a family member cannot be located, then the animal will be held in compliance with section 10-67 of this chapter. Sheep and goats can be raised with very little grain, which is advantageous at a time when grain prices are on the rise. of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-7.1; Ord. (Ord. The tax for recording the note is at the rate of $1.50 for each $500.00 or fractional part of the face amount of the note. 4-3-1 et seq. 10-96. (d) Members of the board of commissioners from districts 1, 2, 3 and 4 shall separately appoint posts 5, 3, 1, and 6 respectively (i.e., district commissioner 1 appoints post 5; district commissioner 2 appoints post 3; district commissioner 3 appoints post 1; district commissioner 4 appoints post 6.) 10-4. Cross referenceDefinitions generally, 1-2. (5) That are wild animals or wildlife shall be taken to the animal shelter. Due . Animalshall not include fish or any pests that might normally be exterminated or removed from a business, a residence or other structure. (c) Wildlife or wild animals as defined by this chapter which have been captured by or come to be in the custody of CCAC shall not be deemed impounded and need not be retained for any minimum length of time. (2) An animal that has been injured, that is in danger, or whose health or safety has been compromised may be removed by CCAC without being in violation of this chapter. Decapitated goats. Ohio bill would allow small livestock on city properties (b) As a condition precedent to adoption, all fees pursuant to section 10-37(a) shall be paid by the adopter. (b) Upon being adjudicated guilty of or entering a guilty plea or nolo contendere plea to a charge made under this provision, the owner of the vicious animal, if allowed to maintain the animal will have to adhere to the following requirements for possessing a vicious animal: (1) The owner must possess a proper enclosure to confine the vicious animal; and. 10-66.2. f. Adequate space for the number of animals on the property. (Ord. Rent a Grass-Grazing Goat for Truly Green Lawn Care