(A) Every pet shop operator, kennel operator, animal shelter or any combination thereof, or any person otherwise engaged in the business of buying, selling or dealing in animals shall provide the information set forth in division (B) below for every reptile for sale, or offered as a gift or promotional consideration, by conspicuously and prominently posting a notice containing such information regarding safe reptile-handling practices on the premises where reptiles are displayed, housed, or held and by distributing such information in written form to the reptile's purchaser or recipient.
(B) The following information must be posted on the premises and provided to the purchaser or recipient as set forth in division (A) above:
(1) "As with many other animals, reptiles carry salmonella bacteria, which can make people sick. Safe reptile-handling steps should be taken to reduce the chance of infection."
(2) "Always wash your hands thoroughly after you handle your pet reptile, its food, and anything it has touched."
(3) "Keep your pet reptile and its equipment out of the kitchen or any area where food is prepared. Kitchen sinks should not be used to bathe reptiles or wash their dishes, cages, or aquariums. If a bathtub is used for these purposes, it should be cleaned thoroughly and disinfected with bleach."
(4) "Do not nuzzle or kiss your pet reptile."
(5) "Keep reptiles out of homes where there are children under five years of age or people with weakened immune systems. Children under five years of age or people with weakened immune systems should avoid contact with reptiles."
(6) "Pet reptiles should not be allowed in child care centers."
(7) "Pet reptiles should not be allowed to roam freely throughout the home or living area."
(Ord. 3584, passed 8-11-08) Penalty, see § 91.42