El Cajon, California

§ 6.20.140 Spay or neuter deposit.

In accordance with the provisions of the California Food and Agriculture Code Section 30503 and 31751, no cat or dog may be adopted unless the animal has actually been spayed or neutered or a spay or neuter deposit has been paid to the shelter. Animals under six months of age must be spayed or neutered within six months of adoption. Animals over six months of age must be spayed or neutered within 60 days of adoption. The amount of such deposit shall be kept on file with the city clerk, and shall be in such amounts as the city council may set from time to time by resolution.

Failure of an owner to provide proof of compliance within the established time limits will result in a forfeiture of the deposit. Such forfeiture does not relieve the owner of responsibility to comply with the intent of the legislation and provide proof of compliance or certification from a veterinarian that compliance is not feasible.

All dog or cat spay or neuter deposits shall be paid into the city treasury and shall be used for those purposes set forth in Sections 30503 and 31751 of the California Food and Agriculture Code.