§ 96.44 STANDARDS FOR ANIMAL ESTABLISHMENTS AND/OR BREEDERS.

   (A)   The establishment must be operated in such a manner as not to constitute a public nuisance.

   (B)   It shall provide an isolation area for animals that are sick or diseased so as not to spread the illness.

   (C)   Animals must be kept within a secure enclosure on the property and under the control of the owner at all times.

   (D)   Establishments must provide the level of care as described in §§ 96.09 and 96.13 of this chapter to all animals on the premises.

   (E)   Owners will not sell, trade, or give away animals which are unweaned or diseased.

   (F)   Owners shall permit Marion Animal Care and Control Officers to inspect at any and all times the premises where animals are kept.

   (G)   Animal establishments is defined by, but not limited to the following:

      (1)   Auction.

      (2)   Flea market.

      (3)   Circus.

      (4)   Riding stable.

      (5)   Veterinary hospital.

      (6)   Pet shop/grooming.

      (7)   Kennels/boarding.

      (8)   Breeding locations.

(Ord. 7-2014, passed 4-1-2014)