The last time the animal ordinance was updated was in Sept. 2015. According to the city, this ordinance affects most people in the community.

TEMPLE, Texas — The city of Temple is reviewing its animal ordinance and it is asking the community for help before deciding on any updates or changes.

The last time the animal ordinance was updated was in September 2015 and according to the city, this ordinance affects most people in the community.

The review of the animal ordinance, chapter 6, will include general cleanup of outdated language, and update references to state law.

Some issues under review are stricter leash laws, restrictions on tethering, and changes to the "animal nuisance" section of chapter 6. That section includes the city's process on barking dog complaints, as well as updates and clarifications to vaccination and sterilization of animals adopted from the animal shelter.

This will also include updates to the number of dogs and cats allowed, and the definition of an aggressive dog will be added.

The results of the survey will be given to the Animal Services Advisory board and Temple City Council to help guide their decisions.

The city will have a draft of the ordinance in the next four to six months.

The Animal Ordinance Survey closes Wednesday.