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While a dog may be our best friend, a variety of pets are permitted within certain limitations.

Animal licenses (106A.05-07) All dogs, cats, and ferrets over the age of 4 months must be licensed and vaccinated. The animal must wear a metal identification tag when not indoors or on the property of the owner.

Ownership limits (106A.03) No more than a total of 8 cats, dogs, or ferrets over the age of 6 months may be kept within any household.

Wild animals (106A.04) Most wild animals and hybrids are prohibited within city limits.

Care (106A.08) All dogs and cats must be restrained by being enclosed within a residence, dwelling, business, or other structure, within a fence, or on a leash. Animals that are not restrained are considered "at large".

Animal waste (106A.09) The owner of an animal is responsible for cleaning up any animal waste.

Noisy dogs (106A.10) No dog shall be permitted to unreasonably disturb the "peace and quiet".