Chapter 7.16
PET SHOPS, ANIMAL SHELTERS AND BOARDING KENNELS
Sections:
7.16.010 Pet shop and/or animal shelter/ boarding kennel – License required.
7.16.040 Additional license fee.
7.16.050 Proration of license fee.
7.16.080 Operation requirements.
7.16.090 Facility requirements.
7.16.010 Pet shop and/or animal shelter/ boarding kennel – License required.
A pet shop, animal shelter, and/or boarding kennel shall be licensed annually before or during the month of July or within 30 days prior to commencement of operation. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.020 License expiration.
Licenses issued pursuant to this section shall expire on June 30th of each year. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.030 License fees.
License fees shall be as follows:
(1) Pet shop: $100.00 plus a $25.00 inspection fee for new applications;
(2) Animal shelter: $100.00 plus a $25.00 inspection fee for new applications;
(3) Boarding kennel: $100.00 plus a $25.00 inspection fee for new applications. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.040 Additional license fee.
If a license is not obtained by July 31st, there shall be an additional license fee of $25.00. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.050 Proration of license fee.
Upon commencement of operation, the initial license fee for a pet shop, animal shelter, and/or boarding kennel shall be prorated according to the number of months remaining in the license year. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.060 License application.
A license application for a pet shop, animal shelter, and/or boarding kennel shall be made to the animal control authority and shall contain the following:
(1) Name, address, and telephone number of the owner or operator of the facility, and the name and address of the facility;
(2) The type of license sought and a brief description of the magnitude and nature of the contemplated operation;
(3) A written statement from:
(a) The city’s planning department that the proposed operation conforms to the city’s uniform building code and all other land use regulations;
(b) The city financial department confirming the proposed operation conforms to the city’s business license code; and
(c) The Kitsap County health district. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.070 License issuance.
The animal control authority shall issue the license or renewal thereof if the license fee is paid, if the application meets the requirements of POMC 7.16.060, and if, upon inspection, the operation or contemplated operation meets or will meet the requirements of POMC 7.16.010, 7.16.080 and 7.16.090. The license shall contain its expiration date and shall be prominently displayed at the place of operation. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.080 Operation requirements.
(1) Proper diet, fresh potable water, shelter, and medical attention shall be provided to all animals.
(2) Food shall be stored in a fashion which prevents contamination or infestation.
(3) The facilities shall be maintained and operated in a healthful, sanitary manner free from disease, infestation and foul odors.
(4) Sick animals shall be isolated from healthy animals in quarters adequately ventilated to prevent contamination of healthy animals.
(5) Animals shall receive adequate food, water, and care on days when the facility is not open for business.
(6) Animals shall be immunized from disease as is usual and customary for the animal’s age and species.
(7) Ownership of Animal Offered for Sale or Adoption. The owner/manager of the pet shop or animal care and control agencies as defined in RCW 16.52.011 shall maintain written documentation of the source of all animals offered on consignment or otherwise being sold for compensation at a pet shop. Such documentation shall include a copy of the valid commercial kennel license for the source at time of breeding and disbursement. Records of all animals, reptiles, fish, or other animals offered for sale shall be readily available to enforcement and licensing agencies.
(8) Pet shops are prohibited from offering for sale dogs or cats of any age which have been obtained from a puppy mill or kitten mill, commercial kennel, or through a broker, as defined in POMC 7.01.010. (Ord. 040-19 § 2; Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.090 Facility requirements.
(1) Animal housing facilities shall be structurally sound, in good repair, designed to protect the animals from injury and shall provide sufficient security to contain the animals while preventing entry of unwanted animals.
(2) The facilities shall include a washroom with sinks for hot and cold running water.
(3) Indoor facilities shall:
(a) Be heated or cooled to protect the animals from temperatures to which they are not acclimated; and
(b) Be adequately ventilated; and
(c) Have interior walls, ceilings and floors, which are sealed and are resistant to absorption of moisture or odors; and
(d) Have flooring with an impervious surface that can be sanitized and which slopes no less than one-fourth inch to the foot; and
(e) Have a drainage system, which is connected to a septic system or sanitary sewer to facilitate cleaning; and
(f) Provide housing properly designed for each species to allow for adequate movement and ability to stretch.
(4) Outdoor facilities shall:
(a) Provide shelter and protection from adverse weather; and
(b) Provide sufficient room for adequate exercise and movement; and
(c) Have flooring with an impervious surface that can be sanitized; and
(d) Have a drainage system, which is connected to a septic system or sanitary sewer to facilitate cleaning.
(5) Provide housing properly designed for each species. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.100 Inspections.
The animal control authority shall inspect existing or proposed pet shops and/or animal shelters in connection with its licensing investigation and when inspections are necessary to insure compliance with this chapter. Inspections shall be made during regular business hours. Copies of United States Department of Agriculture documents relating to “exotic animals” shall be made available to animal control authorities on request. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).
7.16.110 Revocation.
The animal control authority may revoke a license issued pursuant to this chapter if the licensed pet shop, boarding kennel, and/or animal shelter is operating in violation of POMC 7.16.010, 7.16.080, or 7.16.090. (Ord. 1750 § 7, 1999).