Eastpointe, Michigan

Sec. 8-1. – Care of animals.

(a) Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Shelter means adequate protection from the elements and weather conditions suitable for the age, species and physical condition of the animal so as to maintain the animal in a state of good health. Shelter for a dog shall include one or more of the following:

(1) The residence of the dog’s owner or other individual.

(2) A doghouse that is an enclosed structure with a roof of appropriate dimensions for the breed and size of the dog and large enough for a dog to stand, turn around, and lie comfortably. The doghouse shall have dry bedding when the outdoor temperature is or is predicted to drop below freezing.

(3) It shall be unlawful to house or leave a dog of any breed or size unattended outdoors between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

(4) It shall be unlawful to house or leave a dog of any breed or size outdoors when the outdoor temperature is or is predicted to drop below 43 degrees or above 82 degrees.

(5) Housing a dog inside a garage or shed is providing inadequate shelter and further banned within the city.