10 CODES
This 10 code states that you are acknowledge the radio traffic aka "OK"
10-4
What section of the animal ordinance would you search to find specific definitions for "Abandoned Animals", "Adequate Food" , Adequate Shelter", Owner
Sec. 10-1. Definitions.
_________ is a viral infection transmitted in the saliva of infected mammals. The virus enters the central nervous system of the host, causing an encephalomyelitis that is almost always fatal. Although all species of mammals are susceptible to rabies virus infection, only a few species are important as reservoirs for the disease in nature. In the United States, several distinct rabies virus variants have been identified in terrestrial mammals, including major terrestrial reservoirs in raccoons, skunks, foxes, and coyotes. In addition to the terrestrial reservoirs for rabies, several species of insectivorous bats also serve as reservoirs for the disease.
Rabies
Inside the ACO Field Manual on page 19 "PRIORITY DETAILS" what is listed as the #1 priority call for an ACO to respond to?
1. Loose bite cases, or dogs attempting to bite. Bites that just happened.
(2) Materials not suitable for shelters include, but are not limited to: (Name 3 )
a. Inadequately insulated containers;
b. Plastic kennels or airline-type animal shipping crates;
c. Metal or plastic drums;
d. Abandoned or parked vehicles;
e. Uncovered porches or decks;
f. Lean-tos;
g. Any other structure that fails to provide sufficient protection from the elements.
This 10 code states "busy, unless urgent"
10-6
This section of the ordinance states
"It shall be unlawful for a domesticated animal to be at large. The Owner of an at large domesticated animal shall be strictly liable for a violation of this provision."
Sec. 10-3. Duty of owner to keep animals under control.
Management of Animals "Exposed" to Rabies
Unvaccinated dogs, cats, and ferrets exposed to a rabid animal should be euthanized immediately. If the owner is unwilling to have this done, the animal should be placed in strict isolation for amount of time for dogs and cats.
4 Months
Inside the ACO Field Manual on page 23 "ACCEPTED USES OF LIGHTS/SIRENS" what are 3 acceptable reasons to use lights and sirens?
Red lights and sirens may be used in the following cases:
1. Calls for at-large rabies vectors displaying unusual behavior which could be attributed to rabies;
2. Rabies vectors which have bitten a human or domestic animal and immediate response is necessary in order capture the animal for rabies testing or quarantine;
3. Animal bites or animals aggressive to humans; especially those in which the biting/aggressive animal may still be at large or is not secured;
4. Report of a previously classified dangerous/vicious dog outside of its proper enclosure;
5. Animals in the roadway that are creating a traffic hazard;
6. Urgent backup requested by another ACO or other law enforcement officer/agency;
7. Reports of felony dog-fighting in progress;
8. Urgent response requested by 911 or Animal Control dispatcher due to the fact that the dispatcher often has more information than the officer;
9. Any other situation that may, at the ACO or dispatcher’s opinion, based upon the available information at the time, may cause a threat to public safety.
How many fingers should fit between an animals collar and throat
2 fingers
This 10 code states the you are available for calls and "In Service"
10-8
This section of the ordinance states that:
"It shall be unlawful for the owner of any animal to fail to immediately remove any feces deposited by such animal upon any: (a) Public sidewalks, public streets, public parks, or other public property, provided, however, that this subsection shall not be construed as to apply to hoofed animals or livestock; or (b) Private property without permission of the owner or lawful possessor of such property."
Sec. 10-5. Control and removal of animal waste.
Management of Animals "Exposed" to Rabies
Dogs and cats overdue for a booster (see Definitions, pages 46-47) who are exposed to a rabid animal, but have documentation of having received at least one licensed rabies vaccination it its lifetime should be revaccinated immediately, kept under the owner’s control, and observed at home for this amount of time for clinical signs of rabies.
45 days
Impoundment of Animals
Sec. 10-6. - Enforcement.
(F) Impoundment of animals. Animals within the following classes may be impounded by the animal control unit. (NAME 3 reasons an animal can be impounded)
1. Animals at large in violation of this chapter 2. Animals that have been abandoned 3. Animals subject to inhumane treatment in violation of sec. 10-19
4. Animals in which have bitten a person or animal or which have been bitten by an animal suspected of having rabies
5. Animals not wearing current rabies tags 6. Animals suspected of having rabies and, 7. Unconfined dogs in quarantine areas
How long does a person have to allow an animal to remain on their property to be considered the "Owner" of the animal
14 consecutive calendar days
This 10 code states "Firearm, or subject has firearms"
10-32
This section of the ordinance states:
It shall be unlawful to interfere with the investigation or duties of any animal control officer or officer empowered to act by law, or to take or attempt to take any animal from a county vehicle used to transport such animal, to take or attempt to take any animal from the animal control shelter or impounding area, or to otherwise seek to release any animal from the custody of the animal control unit.
Sec. 10-18. Interference with an animal control officer.
Management of Animals "Exposed" to Rabies
Unvaccinated livestock should be euthanized immediately. If the animal is not euthanized it should be kept under close observation for this amount of time
6 months.
FINDER WANTS ANIMAL - FIELD IMPOUNDMENT
When an Animal Control Officer impounds a stray cat or dog from an adult individual who expresses interest in adopting the animal, the Animal Control Officer will:
Explain further the normal adoption procedure, as mandated in Walton County Ordinance for cats and dogs (Spay/Neuter Requirements, etc.).
What does the term "Classified dog" refer to?
Classified dog means any dog that has been classified as either a dangerous dog or a vicious dog pursuant to this article.
This 10 code states an "ambulance is needed"
10-52
Sec. 10-19. Humane treatment of animals.
(a) Provision of basic care. No person having an animal in its possession and/or control shall fail to provide such animal: (These 5 things)
(1) Adequate food at least once every 24 hours;
(2) Adequate water at all times
(3) Adequate shelter
(4) Adequate veterinary care
(5) An adequate confinement area.
Post-Exposure Vaccination (Humans)
In general, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is indicated for persons exposed to a rabid animal in order to prevent infection with rabies virus. In the United States, the PEP regimen consists of local wound treatment, administration of one dose of immune globulin, and how many doses of rabies vaccine over a amount of time period.
4 doses over a 14 day period
EMERGENCY ON-CALL POLICY
What 5 after hours situations require the on-call ACO to respond?
1- Severely sick or injured domestic animals.
2 -Animal Bites
3 -Aggressive Animals
4-Livestock at Large
5- Severe Animal Cruelty Situations
What 3 situations meet the criteria for a dog to be classified as "Dangerous"
(1) Causes a substantial puncture of a person's skin by teeth without causing serious injury; provided, however, that a nip, scratch, or abrasion shall not be sufficient to classify a dog as dangerous under this subparagraph;
(2) Aggressively attacks in a manner that causes a person to reasonably believe that the dog posed an imminent threat of serious injury to such person or another person although no such injury occurs; provided, however, that the acts of barking, growling, or showing of teeth by a dog shall not be sufficient to classify a dog as dangerous under this subparagraph; or
(3) While off the owner's property, kills a pet animal; provided, however, that this subparagraph shall not apply where the death of such pet animal is caused by a dog that is working or training as a hunting dog, herding dog, or predator control dog.