(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to own, operate or maintain a kennel, pet shop or stable within the City, unless that kennel, pet shop or stable, respectively, first is registered with the City Controller; however, the provisions of this section shall not be applicable to kennels operated by a veterinarian as a part of the veterinarian’s medical clinic.
(B) Each kennel, pet shop or stable shall require only one registration, although it may operate as more than one type of facility.
(C) When a kennel, pet shop or stable is registered pursuant to this chapter, the City Controller shall issue a certificate of registration thereof.
(D) A kennel, pet shop or stable certificate of registration for a commercial enterprise shall at all times be displayed prominently in the business office of the kennel, pet shop or stable.