<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 6-56. - Time limit for sterilization.</div>
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               The sterilization procedure of an adult dog or cat must be completed within 30 days
               from the date of adoption. In the case of a puppy or kitten, the procedure must be
               performed within 30 days of the date a female animal attains the age of six months
               or a male attains the age of eight months. The veterinarian shall use his discretion
               in determining whether the animal is mature at the stated age. If any adopted animal
               is not sterilized within the time stated herein, the adopter shall pay the entire
               sterilization fee as charged by the veterinarian.
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               (Code 1984, Â§ 3-43; Ord. of 8-6-1990, Â§ 3-33; Ord. of 9-2-1991, Â§ 3-33; Ord. of 8-19-2019)
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