Rancho Mirage, California

§ 6.12.020 License term, conditions and exceptions.

B. All owners of dogs subject to the licensing requirements of this chapter shall obtain one of the following three types of dog licenses:

1. Altered Dog License. An altered dog license shall be obtained for an altered dog as defined by this title;

2. Permanently Nonfertile Dog License. A permanently nonfertile dog license shall be obtained for a permanently nonfertile dog as defined by this title; and

3. Unaltered Dog License. An unaltered dog license shall be obtained for an unaltered dog as defined by this title.

C. An altered dog license and a permanently nonfertile dog license may be purchased for either a one-year, two-year or three-year period. An unaltered dog license may only be purchased for a one-year period.

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E. Written proof of neutering or spaying or proof that the dog permanently cannot reproduce must be provided at the time of the initial licensing for either an altered dog license or a permanently nonfertile dog license, but need not be produced for renewal of such licenses.

§ 6.50.060 Fine imposed for impounded unaltered dogs and cats.

A. Pursuant to California Food and Agriculture Code Section 30804.7, the owner of any impounded unaltered dog shall be subject to a fine in the amount of thirty-five dollars for the first occurrence; fifty dollars for the second; and one hundred dollars for the third or any subsequent occurrence.

B. Pursuant to California Food and Agriculture Code Section 31751.7, the owner of any impounded unaltered cat shall be subject to a fine in the amount of thirty-five dollars for the first occurrence; fifty dollars for the second; and one hundred dollars for the third or any subsequent occurrence.

C. Fines levied pursuant to this section shall be in addition to any other fees and penalties imposed pursuant to this title.

§ 6.50.130 Sterilization required.

A. In accordance with Section 30503 of the Food and Agriculture Code, animal services shall not sell or give away to a new owner any dog that has not been spayed or neutered, unless otherwise provided by law.

B. In accordance with Section 31751.3 of the Food and Agriculture Code, animal services shall not sell or give away to a new owner any cat that has not been spayed or neutered, unless otherwise provided by law.