| Below are summaries of some important ordinances
relating to pets and animals. If you would like a copy of these city ordinances,
please stop by the Sherman Animal Shelter and pick up a copy. Or, you may
call and give us your address, and we will bring a copy to your residence
if you live within the city limits of Sherman.
The City of Sherman Ordinances require
the following:
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Dog owners must keep their dog on a leash at all times
in public areas, such as parks. While out-of-doors on the owner's
private property, an unattended dog must be fastened to a leash, chain,
or other device or left within a fence adequate to prevent the dog
from leaving the yard. |
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The City of Sherman does not have a leash law for cats. However,
if a cat is trespassing on another citizen's property, the citizen
can request the Sherman Animal Shelter to trap and remove the cat
from their property. |
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All pets are required to be properly vaccinated against rabies every
12 months. This follows after their initial vaccination against rabies
at the age of 3 months. |
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All pets must wear their current rabies vaccination tags at all
times. These tags are vital if your pet is lost, stolen, or injured
while running at large. |
It is unlawful for a pet owner or any
person to:
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Harbor a vicious animal within the City Limits. |
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Fail to prevent their animal from running at large within the City
Limits. |
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Allow their animal to run free in City Parks. |
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Abuse or cruelly mistreat any animal; fail to give an animal proper
food, water and shelter; or to abandon an animal. |
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Allow their pet’s quarters to become unsanitary, and create
odors to others. |
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Harbor an animal that is unvaccinated against rabies. |
What may happen if you do not take proper
care of your pet:
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It may be killed or injured on the streets or highways
of the City. |
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It may be impounded at the City of Sherman Animal Shelter, and you
will be charged to reclaim your pet. You may also be issued citations. |
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You may be summoned to Municipal Court for not complying with City
Ordinances. |
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All strays are held for 3 days and then become the property of the
City. At that time, they are either placed in the adoption program
or put to sleep depending on available space in the Shelter. |
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