(A) All commercial animal establishments shall provide an adequate environment for each animal which is compatible with the general health and welfare of the animal.
(B) All commercial animal establishments shall provide adequate space for each animal. Each cage or enclosure shall be large enough for the animal to stand, sit, lie and turn around without touching the walls or ceiling of the cage or enclosure, or another animal.
(C) All commercial animal establishments shall provide adequate sanitation. Each cage or enclosure shall be maintained as follows:
(1) Indoor containment.
(a) Cages or enclosures containing dogs or cats, of any age, shall be cleaned with hot water, disinfectant and detergent daily (including holidays), or more frequently if conditions require additional cleaning or disinfecting to keep animals out of contact with feces or urine. Litter boxes shall be cleaned daily (including holidays) and the litter changed when needed.
(b) Cages or enclosures containing birds shall contain a perch and shall be cleaned with hot water and disinfectant at least twice weekly or more frequently if conditions require additional cleaning.
(c) Cages or enclosures containing small animals beside a dog or cat shall be cleaned with hot water and disinfectant at least twice weekly or more frequently if conditions require additional cleaning.
(d) Cages or enclosures must be designed and constructed of suitable materials so that they are structurally sound and kept in good repair. Cages or enclosures must be constructed and maintained so that they:
1. Have no sharp points or edges that could injure the animal(s);
2. Are safe for their designed use;
3. Contain the animal(s) securely;
4. Keep other animals from entering the enclosure;
5. Enable the animal(s) to remain dry and clean;
6. Provide animals with easy and convenient access to clean food and water.
(2) Outdoor containment.
(a) If dogs are contained outdoors, their cage or enclosure must be designed and constructed of suitable materials so that they are structurally sound and kept in good repair. Cages or enclosures must be constructed and maintained so that they:
1. Have no sharp points or edges that could injure the animal(s);
2. Are safe for their designed use;
3. Contain the animal(s) securely;
4. Keep other animals from entering the enclosure;
5. Enable the animal(s) to remain dry and clean;
6. Provide animals with easy and convenient access to clean food and water;
7. Provide protection and shelter from extreme weather conditions;
8. Provide sufficient shade from direct rays of sun;
9. Have floors that are constructed in a manner that protects animal(s) feet and legs from injury, and that, if of mesh or slatted construction, do not allow the animals feet to pass through any openings in the floors;
10. All surfaces in contact with animals shall be cleaned and sanitized daily (including holidays), and sanitized.
(3) Minimum standards for housing.
(a) All commercial animal establishments shall adhere to the following minimum space standards for enclosures housing dogs, based upon the individual dog's height and weight:
Canine category | Size/Length/Weight | Square Footage Required | Housing Size Equivalency |
Miniature | 0-19" or up to 10 lbs | 4 square feet | 2 feet x 2 feet |
Small | 20-29" or up to 20 lbs | 8 square feet | 2 feet x 4 feet |
Small/Medium | 30-39" or up to 35 lbs | 12 square feet | 3 feet x 4 feet |
Medium | 40-49" or up to 50 lbs | 20 square feet | 4 feet x 5 feet |
Medium/Large | 50-59" or up to 75 lbs | 30 square feet | 5 feet x 6 feet |
Large | 60"+ or 76 lbs and up | 36 square feet | 6 feet x 6 feet |
(b) Violations of the minimum standards for housing of dogs pursuant to division (C)(3)(a) above shall not apply to veterinary establishments where restricting a dog's movements is medically necessary.
(D) All commercial animal establishments shall provide adequate nourishment and water for each animal as follows:
(1) Each animal shall be given fresh food and water daily, including holidays.
(2) Soft food shall be available to those animals unable to chew standard dry food.
(3) Potable water shall be available to each animal at all times.
(4) Food and water containers shall be washed and disinfected daily.
(E) All commercial animal establishments shall provide proper medical treatment from a licensed veterinarian for sick or injured animals.
(F) All commercial animal establishments shall provide an adequate room (cage) temperature for the general health and welfare of the animal, suitable to that species' general health and welfare.
(G) All commercial animal establishments shall provide for general cleanliness of its establishment, and shall not permit an insect or rodent infestation.
(H) All commercial animal establishments shall obtain any necessary licenses or permits from an appropriate state or federal agency to offer for sale any exotic or wild animal.
(I) All commercial animal establishments must be sufficiently ventilated at all times when animals are present to provide for animal health and well-being, and to minimize odors, drafts, ammonia levels, and moisture condensation.
(J) All commercial animal establishments keeping animals indoors must be well lit to permit routine inspection and cleaning of the facility, and observation of animals.
(Ord. 2021-1, passed 2-17-2021)