Columbia City pound ordinance (§ 5-26)

The health officer shall, with the advice of the board of health, establish a city pound, under the supervision and direction of the animal control officer, for the reception and humane care of sick, injured, diseased or impounded animals, and establish rules and regulations therefor. The city may use the animal shelter operated by the Central Missouri Humane Society or other local animal shelter under terms of a contract or agreement to be approved by both parties.