If a resident is interested in having more than two dogs or three cats or four of any combination of such animals, they must obtain a Domestic Avocation Permit. The permit allows keeping of the excess animals with approval of 75 percent of property owners within 75 feet of the applicant's property line and includes requirements for inspection of the property and approval of the City. Pet owners may request the city to provide Euthanasia of their pet and disposal of the body. Owners may request disposal of dead animals. Animals may be turned over to the city for disposition.
Live traps are available to help citizens humanely rid themselves of animal nuisances.
Grooming establishments may provide animal grooming services and have various regulations governing operation of their business to insure health and humane practices. The Cattery license requires compliance with zoning restrictions, maintenance of proper facilities for the health and humane treatment of animals and other requirements.