A. Mandatory Spay/Neuter. Any unaltered dog or cat that is impounded more than once in any 12-month period may not be redeemed by any person until the animal is spayed or neutered. The alteration shall be accomplished by the shelter or by transport of the animal by animal control personnel to any duly licensed veterinarian in Pierce County. In all cases, the veterinarian fees shall be paid at the time of redemption by the animal's owner.

B. Exceptions. The alteration shall not be required upon a showing of proof of alteration from a licensed veterinarian. The alteration shall not be required if the owner or other person redeeming the animal provides a written statement from a licensed veterinarian stating that the spay or neuter procedure would be harmful to the animal.