Posted on July 20, 2022 by Heather Adams

The Animal Rescue League of Berks Issues Code RED for the City of Reading

by Animal Rescue League of Berks County

The Animal Rescue League of Berks Issues Code RED for the City of Reading

Due to a sustained heat index of over 95 degrees this week, the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) issued a Code Red for the City of Reading for Wednesday, July 20, from 12 PM to 7 PM, and for Thursday, July 21, from 11 AM to 7 PM.

Under Bill #22, an amendment added to the City Code, Chapter 141, Part 2 Animals, Section 205 Caring for Animals in 2015, any person who owns, possesses, or has custody of a dog must bring the animal inside their residence for the duration of the code, except for supervised and necessary bathroom breaks and exercise.

Additionally, non-compliance can result in the animal being removed by an Animal Control Officer from the property and impounded at the Animal Rescue League of Berks County.

Owners will have 48 hours after the code has been lifted to pick up their animal and will be subject to applicable boarding fees.

“High temperatures and humidity can cause animals to overheat, which can lead to serious health complications,” said Dr. Jason Banning, Medical Director at the ARL.

Any person witnessing an unsupervised dog left outside in the elements within the City of Reading should call the Animal Rescue League of Berks County at 610-373-8830.

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