Updating Animal Care Laws
City of Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI (News Release) - The Corpus Christi City Council suggested revisions to the proposed amendments that focus on Chapter 6 of the Corpus Christi City Code of Ordinances. Chapter 6 is dedicated to animal care and control.
The revisions will be the first ordinance updates regarding animal care since December 2014. The revisions will help improve the quality of life for the pets and wildlife in our community by bringing the ordinances up to date with current animal welfare practices. In addition, the proposed changes will help to address issues that affect public health and the potential for community spreading of animal related diseases.
Following the updates, ordinance language will better clarify definitions and address additional areas of concern. The changes will include:
Transitioning from dog licenses to microchipping
Addressing the failure of pet owners to reclaim their animals from Corpus Christi Animal Care Services
Creating nuisance violations for the mass feeding of animals
Requiring spay or neutering for free-of-restraint dogs
Creating an “aggressive dog” section
Defining what is considered a “shelter” for pets
To learn more about the proposed amendments to the Animal Care Services Chapter 6 Ordinance, please visit our website at https://www.cctexas.com/chapter6.