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ordinance, drafted by commonwealth attorney Douglas Baumgardner, is based on similar legislation in the towns of Culpeper and Warrenton. “Mr. Bruce said once the law is passed, it will have to be enforced and that’s when the bitterness starts,” cautioned the mayor.

The draft ordinance prohibits dogs running at large, defined as off the premises without being on a leash four feet or less in length. The dog warden is authorized to impound loose dogs with notice to be given to the owner within 24 hours. The owner may redeem the animal within three days upon paying the cost of keeping the dog plus $5 and any fine the council may set. After three days, unclaimed dogs may be sold or otherwise disposed of as directed by the council or

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