(a) The owner, keeper, or person in charge of any animal(s) used for public entertainment and or public educational purposes within the City shall submit in writing a request for a free permit, no less than thirty days prior to each event, to the Division of Animal Control, 25100 Lakeland Boulevard, Euclid, Ohio 44132. Each request shall include:
(1) The name, address and phone number of person or firm requesting a permit.
(2) The name, address and phone number of the public or private organization, government agency, business, individual person or any other entity requesting their service.
(3) Date(s) of appearance.
(4) List of species and description of each animal.
(5) If applicable, a copy of state and/or federal permits for wild or exotic animals.
(6) An animal work/rest schedule if applicable.
(7) What provisions will be made for continuous shade and if necessary foot protection from hot asphalt, i.e., pads, thick layer of straw, etc.
(8) What method(s) will be used to contain animals.
(b) Animal(s) will be provided shade at all times while outdoors.
(c) Sufficient water shall be provided during all rest periods. Food shall be provided as necessary.
(d) At the discretion of animal control a veterinarian may be called to exam animals before the start of the event or during the course of the event if there is reason to believe the animal(s) are in need of medical attention.
(e) If there is substantial evidence of health risks, injuries or illness the permit may be revoked until violations are corrected or a veterinarian indicates the animal(s) is healthy.
(f) If the owner, keeper or person in charge of any animal has the permit revoked a second time within a five year period for the same or similar offense they will not be permitted to operate within the City.
(Ord. 62-2003. Passed 3-17-03.)