A. Provisions:
1. No person may keep, harbor, possess or have custodial care for more than three (3) dogs without first obtaining a kennel license as provided herein.
2. For the purpose of this chapter, the litter of a female dog may be kept with its mother until the litter reaches the age of six (6) months. Such litter, together with its mother, shall count as one dog until after the litter reaches six (6) months of age. Animals counted in the litter must be sold, traded or given away before the litter reaches six (6) months of age so as not to exceed the limits set out above.
3. Subject to the exceptions set forth within this chapter, all dogs owned, kept, boarded, possessed or in the custodial care of the kennel owner must be individually licensed.
B. Application For License:
1. Application for a kennel license is to be made to the City. The application shall state the name and address of the owner, the location of the kennel and the types and breeds of the animals to be kept. Kennel licenses shall not be transferable, and shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance.
2. An authorized officer of the department or other person designated by the department or City shall inspect all prospective kennels prior to granting a kennel license, and any application for a kennel license must include written approval from the inspecting person stating that adequate shelter has been provided for the number of animals to be kept, including adequate means of restraining such animals from running at large. Such statement shall also limit the number of animals that may be kept at the facility.
3. Any application for a kennel license must include written approval from the City Planning Department showing that the kennel is in compliance with all requirements, standards and conditions established by the zoning ordinance of the city of Sandpoint.
C. Performance Standards For Kennels:
1. Noncommercial Kennels:
a. Interior surfaces must be of a nonporous material which is substantially impervious to moisture and may be readily sanitized;
b. Floor temperature shall be maintained for infant animals at no less than seventy five degrees Fahrenheit (75°F) in the immediate areas where infant animals are present and at reasonable temperatures suited to adult animals in all other locations; an elevated floor pad may be used to maintain reasonable temperatures, provided the surface meets the surface requirements set forth in this chapter.
c. Ceiling heights shall meet the minimum uniform building code standards, or other uniform code standards applicable to buildings subsequently adopted by the city for an R type structure.
d. Adequate space shall be provided both internally and externally so as to provide adequate exercise area for the various dogs. Minimums for space are provided herein:
MINIMUM SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Weight Of Dog In Pounds | Primary Enclosure | Kennel House | ||
Width In Feet | Square Footage | Width In Feet | Square Footage | |
Up to 15 | 2 | 6 | 1.5 | 3 |
16 to 35 | 2.5 | 10 | 2 | 5 |
36 to 65 | 3 | 15 | 2.5 | 7.5 |
66 to 95 | 3 | 18 | 2.5 | 9 |
96 to 130 | 3.5 | 24 | 3 | 12 |
131 and over | 4 | 32 | 3.5 | 14 |
e. Any fencing shall be of at least 9-gauge chainlink fence. No other type of fencing shall be permitted. Fences shall be installed in such a manner as to prevent animals from escaping by digging under or escaping over the top.
f. All kennels shall have natural lighting sufficient to comply with uniform building code requirements, or other uniform code standards applicable to buildings subsequently adopted by the city for an R type structure. Adequate artificial lighting shall be provided in accordance with uniform electrical code requirements, or other uniform electrical code standards subsequently adopted by the city for residential structures.
2. Commercial Indoor Housing Facilities: The indoor housing facilities for commercial kennels shall meet all the preceding requirements for noncommercial facilities and shall also meet the following requirements:
a. All indoor facilities shall have three foot (3') high solid, nontransparent walls or partitions between pens.
b. All flooring shall slope at one-half inch (1/2") per running foot to prevent pooling of urine and cleaning solutions. Floors shall be of a smooth, nonporous, nonwater permeable substance.
c. All indoor housing facilities will have sound degrading characteristics that will prevent long sound reverberation or sound reaching neighboring locations.
d. All indoor housing facilities shall also have an external space for various breeds. All kennel runs shall provide the square footage per dog based on the maximum weight of each dog as set forth previously herein.
3. Outdoor Housing Facilities: All outdoor housing facilities, commercial or noncommercial shall meet the following general requirements set forth as follows:
a. Any outdoor housing facility shall be of sufficient structural strength and shall be maintained in good repair so as to protect the animals from injury, to contain the animals and to restrict the entrance of another animal.
b. Outdoor housing facilities shall provide sufficient shade from the sun so as to prevent overheating or discomfort to the animals.
c. Outdoor housing facilities shall provide access to shelter to allow animals to remain dry during inclement weather.
d. Outdoor housing facilities shall provide shelters for all animals with sufficient clean bedding and other protection so as to protect the animal from harm when the temperatures are below fifty degrees Fahrenheit (50°F).
e. Outdoor housing facilities shall provide a suitable method for elimination of urine and other liquid substances. Suitable provision shall be equivalent to a two inch (2") layer of pea gravel over a large drain field of at least six inches (6") in depth. The large gravel drain field shall not be of such depth that it penetrates through the topsoil on which it is constructed.
f. All outdoor facilities shall provide sufficient space in the enclosure and in the kennel house. Minimum space requirements are set out in the table previously set forth herein. If a kennel enclosure or kennel contains more than one dog, the minimum number of square feet required is the sum of the square feet requirements for each individual dog kept therein.
g. Any fencing shall be of at least 9-gauge chainlink fence. No other type of fencing shall be permitted. Fences shall be installed in such a manner as to prevent animals from escaping by digging under or escaping over the top.
4. Feeding And Care Of Animals: All kennels whether commercial or noncommercial shall meet the following feeding and care requirements:
a. Animals shall be provided food which is free from contamination and is wholesome, palatable and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value so as to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the animal.
b. Food receptacles shall be accessible to all animals and shall be located so as to minimize contamination by excreta. Feeding pans shall be durable and shall be cleaned daily.
c. Clean potable water shall be available to the animals in conformance with the principles of good animal husbandry unless restricted for veterinary care. Water receptacles shall be cleaned every day.
d. All food and bedding for the animals shall be kept in a storage area such that the food and bedding supplies are protected against infestation or contamination by vermin.
e. Refrigeration shall be provided for any supplies of perishable food.
f. Each pen shall have a satisfactory bowl and bowl system for both food and water.
5. Sanitation Of Primary Facilities: All kennels whether commercial or noncommercial shall meet the following sanitation requirements:
Excreta shall be removed from each kennel enclosure and kennel house at least once daily to prevent contamination of the animals contained therein and to reduce disease hazard and odors.
a. Individual and subsurface disposal systems used to dispose of any kennel generated wastewater shall be reviewed by the Panhandle health district:
(1) At the initial application for a kennel license; and
(2) At the discretion of the department at reasonable times.
Wastewater and subsurface sewage disposal system loading will be assessed for compliance with Idaho's rules and regulations for individual and subsurface sewage disposal systems and Panhandle health district's environmental health code as well as ordinances and rules of the city of Sandpoint applicable to waste disposal. On site dry wells must be registered with the department of water resources. Dry wells are not a permitted wastewater disposal system.
b. Solid excreta, if removed from the said property, shall be double bagged and disposed of in such a manner as to prevent a public health hazard.
(1) Sanitizing: At least once each day each kennel enclosure shall be sanitized by washing with water and soap or detergent.
(2) Replacement Of Gravel: Pens using pea gravel or its equivalent shall be sanitized by removing the gravel and replacing it when it no longer provides adequate sanitation so as to reduce disease hazard and odors.
(3) Vaccination: Each individual dog shall be vaccinated for rabies in accordance with this chapter.
(4) Records: The kennel operator shall keep available for inspection on the premises a record that shall show the name, current address and telephone number of the owner of each animal being kept at the kennel, the description of the animal, including its age, breed, sex and color. As a part of such record, a current valid rabies certificate or other written proof of vaccination, verified by phone, shall be maintained for each dog required to be vaccinated by this chapter. In addition, each kennel operator shall have someone in attendance at the kennel who can identify each animal in the kennel except that animals under six (6) months of age may be identified as to the litter.
(5) Pest Control: An effective program for the control of insects, ectoparasites, avian and mammalian pests shall be established and maintained.
6. Care And Treatment Of Sick And Injured Animals:
a. Isolation and quarantine areas shall be part of every commercial kennel facility to prevent physical contact by or between animals who are under quarantine or treatment for a communicable disease. The facilities should protect from cross contamination by saliva, waste material or washing solutions. (Ord. 1208, 5-20-2009)
b. Animals shall be separated according to the following standards. Commercial and noncommercial kennels shall meet these requirements:
(1) Females in estrus shall not be housed in the same kennel enclosure as males, except for the purposes of breeding;
(2) Any dangerous dog shall be housed individually in a separate kennel enclosure; (Ord. 1338, 11-16-2016)
(3) Puppies shall not be housed in the same kennel enclosure with any other adult dog other than their dam, except when the owner specifically requests combined housing;
(4) Dogs shall not be housed in the same kennel enclosure with other species of animal.
7. Violation: In addition to the penalties set out in this chapter, any violation of this section shall be grounds for revocation of a kennel license.
8. Authority To Inspect: The animal control officer or any other person authorized by the department or city may inspect any licensed kennel at any reasonable time with or without notice.
9. Fees: The fee for a commercial or noncommercial kennel license shall be set from time to time by resolution of city council.
10. Revocation Of Kennel License, Denial Of Permit:
a. A kennel permit may be revoked or application for kennel permit denied by the department when any of the following conditions are found to exist:
(1) Animals from such kennel are picked up running at large more than three (3) times in any twelve (12) month period;
(2) Failure to maintain a list of animals kept at the kennel;
(3) Keeping more than the approved number and type of animals at the kennel;
(4) Failure to allow access of an authorized officer to inspect the kennel facility;
(5) Failure to maintain the kennel in a clean and sanitary condition;
(6) Failure to maintain adequate shelter and protection from the weather;
(7) Failure to maintain adequate and approved ventilation;
(8) Overcrowding of animals;
(9) Quartering together of animals which are temperamentally unsuited or allowing animals to approach as near to each other as to cause the animals to be abused or tormented;
(10) Excessive loud noise;
(11) Failure to adequately treat or have treated any diseased or injured animal or to segregate such diseased animal so as to prevent the spread of disease to other animals;
(12) Any other violation of the kennel regulations set forth in this chapter. (Ord. 1208, 5-20-2009)
b. The department shall notify the applicant or license holder in writing prior to any revocation or denial. Upon notice, a kennel license holder or applicant shall have thirty (30) days to correct any defect and to petition the department to contest such revocation.
c. Thirty (30) days after the notice of revocation or denial, if no petition has been filed with the department, the kennel permit shall be deemed revoked or the application denied.
d. If a petition has been filed within thirty (30) days, the Hearing Board will be convened within thirty (30) days of the filing of the petition to decide whether to uphold the revocation or denial of the permit. A person may reapply for a kennel permit after one year if the conditions warranting the revocation or denial have been ameliorated. (Ord. 1356, 9-5-2018)