No owner or person in charge of an animal shall permit an animal that is dangerous to the public health or safety to be exposed in public. If the animal is exposed in public, it may be taken into custody by the City and disposed of in accordance with the procedures provided by the code for the disposition of personal property or for the impoundment of dogs, except that before the animal is released by the City, the municipal judge must find the proper precautions shall be taken to insure the public health and safety.