§ 6-591. Definitions.

In this article, unless the context otherwise requires the following definitions shall apply:

(a)

"Animal farming" means the raising and keeping of small farm animals.

(b)

"Beehive" shall mean any container made or prepared for the intended use of bees or a container of which bees have taken possession.

(c)

"Small farm animals" means small un-hooved animals including chickens, turkeys, doves, pigeons, quail, game birds, rabbits and honey bees (Apis mellifera). Small farm animals do not include:

(1)

Companion animals, also known as pets, kept primarily for a person's company or protection, including dogs, cats, hamsters, parakeets, and exotic animals.

(2)

Livestock as defined in Section 6-334.

(Ord. No. 631, § 4(exh. A), 10-27-2014)