The following rules and regulations are established for the operation of kennels, boarding kennels, and pet shops:
(A) All domestic animals shall be kept clean and sanitary and in good physical condition at all times;
(B) All domestic animals shall be securely confined or on a leash;
(C) All facilities used for these purposes shall be kept in clean and sanitary condition and shall be free of decaying food and filth of any kind. Fresh food and water shall be provided daily;
(D) All kennels or confinement areas shall be cleaned and disinfected prior to placing a new or additional domestic animal into the kennel or confinement area and at least daily thereafter. The disinfectant shall be viricidal to distemper and parvo viruses; and
(E) In addition to the above requirements, all facilities shall comply with the regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture under the Federal Animal Welfare Act concerning “Specifications for the Humane Handling, Care, Treatment, and Transportation of Dogs and Cats”, 9 C.F.R. part 3 (subpart A), including amendments or any successor sections to these regulations.
(Ord. 3184, passed - -1991)