Senatobia, Mississippi

Sec. 6-17. – Impoundment.

(c) Disposition if not reclaimed by owner; waiver of waiting period. Any animal not reclaimed by its owner within five days shall become the property of the city and shall be placed in process for adoption to a suitable home for a fee established by the city for a cat or dog, or humanely euthanized with an injection under conditions deemed necessary by the animal shelter director. For other unclaimed animals deemed pets, such will be sent to appropriate rescue services or shelters that meet the specific needs of the animal. All adopted cats and dogs shall be provided vaccinations prior to adoption as appropriate. If the cat or dog has not been sterilized prior to adoption, it shall be the responsibility of the new owner to have this procedure performed.