Any dog found running at large contrary to any of the provisions of this chapter may be impounded and disposed of under such rules and regulations as the Department adopts. Any impounded dog shall not be disposed of without 5 days' written notification to the owner of the dog, if ownership can be determined, unless earlier disposal is recommended by a doctor of veterinary medicine.
Structure Delaware Code
Subchapter IV. General Provisions Concerning Dogs
§ 3042F. Fees for dog licenses; terms.
§ 3043F. Inspections of facilities and premises; suspension of kennel or retail dog outlet license.
§ 3044F. Specifications for the humane handling, care, and treatment of dogs.
§ 3045F. Licensing agents; bond requirements; service charge; negotiations.
§ 3046F. Reciprocity of dog license.
§ 3048F. Dogs running at large.
§ 3049F. Destruction of muskrat dens, poultry, or livestock.
§ 3050F. Dogs deemed personal property; theft; penalty.
§ 3051F. Injuring or killing dogs for certain acts.
§ 3053F. Liability of dog owner for damages.
§ 3054F. Impounding of dog running at large.
§ 3056F. Unauthorized acts against a service dog; penalties.