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(1) The owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall restrain his/her dog, as required herein, immediately upon being notified that said dog has been declared potentially dangerous by an Animal Control Officer, regardless of the owner’s intent to request a hearing or file any appeal.

(2) A dog declared potentially dangerous shall be restrained as follows:

(a) While on the owner’s property, a potentially dangerous dog shall be restrained by a fence, kennel or sufficiently strong chain, leash or other confinement suitable to prevent said dog from leaving the owner’s property (radio, electronic, or invisible fencing is not considered suitable).

(b) The dog must be restrained in such a manner as to keep it clear of any area of implied or expressed consent.

(c) While off the owner’s property, a potentially dangerous dog shall be under physical restraint of the owner or other responsible person.

(d) While restrained on the owner’s property, a potentially dangerous dog shall be provided with food and water on a daily basis and a structure that provides protection from the elements.