Chapter 6.22
KENNELS
Sections:
6.22.050 Care and keeping of kenneled animals.
6.22.030 Requirements.
(1) Zoning Ordinance. Any person desiring to have a kennel must consult and comply with applicable zoning ordinances and other applicable ordinances of the city or county where the kennel is located.
(2) Females. Breeding and selling kennels will have a maximum number of five females. All breeding of animals shall be in a fully enclosed building with an attached exercise yard.
(3) Land Owner. All dogs in a kennel shall be licensed to and owned by the property owner except for veterinarians and commercial boarding kennels.
(4) License. Commercial kennel enterprises shall have a current and valid business license issued by the entity where the kennel is located. Such license is required to be displayed and readily available for inspection by any authorized person.
(5) Animal Health. Any individual applying to operate a kennel must provide proof from a veterinarian that all the animals and facilities used for such purposes have been checked out and determined to be sanitary and disease free. Dogs that are brought into this state from any other state must have a health clearance and a copy must accompany the application.
(6) Prior Conviction. No person who has been convicted of cruelty to animals or possession of a dangerous or vicious animal shall be issued a permit or license to operate a commercial kennel establishment.
(7) Records. A kennel record must be kept available for inspection by any authorized person. Such record shall show:
(a) The name of the owner of the animal;
(b) Current address and telephone number of the animal’s owner;
(c) The date the animal entered the kennel;
(d) The reason for the animal being placed in the kennel (i.e., boarding, sale, breeding, grooming);
(e) A description of the animal (species, age, breed, sex and color);
(f) Copies of current license and valid vaccination certificates on all dogs entering a kennel over the age of four months.
(8) Inspection. All areas of the kennel runs, exercise yards, food storage, and buildings shall be subject to inspection by animal control officers annually or more frequently as may be required.
(9) Notice. A sign showing an emergency contact name, address, and phone number must be posted in a conspicuous place at the front exterior of the properties utilized for kennels.
(10) Repair of Facilities. All facilities for the kennel shall be kept in good repair, painted (or appropriate siding) and compatible with the surrounding neighborhood buildings. [Ord. 14-159, 2014.]
6.22.040 Physical facilities.
The intent of these requirements is to see that all animals receive proper care, that animals are being treated kindly, humanely, fed properly, and their surroundings are being kept in a sanitary and disease-free condition.
(1) General.
(a) All facilities shall be so constructed and be of such material as to be maintained in a sanitary and disease-free condition.
(b) All facilities shall have adequate drainage and be maintained in a sanitary and disease-free manner. Adequate and sanitary means of disposing of droppings and excrement shall be provided.
(c) All facilities shall be vermin, insect and rodent free and properly ventilated to provide fresh air, prevent drafts and remove odors.
(d) Except where animals are caged, kennels shall provide a minimum of 26 square feet of area per animal. This includes kennel runs and exercise yards.
(e) Heating and cooling should be provided as required for the animal, with sufficient natural light to allow observation of animals, sanitary conditions and disease control.
(2) Cages.
(a) Cages shall be for indoor use only.
(b) Cage length and width shall exceed the animal’s length from the base of the tail to the tip of the nose by at least six inches.
(c) Cage height shall exceed the animal’s height by at least four inches.
(d) Small puppies may be caged together using their combined length according to the above formula.
(e) Caged animals must be provided an exercise yard that is used on a daily basis.
(3) Indoor Facilities.
(a) Indoor kennel facilities shall provide a minimum area of six square feet per animal.
(b) Indoor kennel facilities of less than seven square feet per animal shall supplement the facilities dedicated to the keeping of dogs with an exercise yard or kennel run.
(c) Indoor kennel facilities shall be fully enclosed providing windbreaks, roofing and adequate shelter from the weather.
(d) Indoor kennel facilities shall be constructed of material which contains the sound one foot away from the kennel at any direction such that at no time the sound level exceeds 55 decibels (dBA) as measured by meter.
(4) Outdoor Facilities.
(a) Outdoor facilities shall be provided with windbreaks, roofing, and shelter adequate to protect the animals from the weather.
(b) Privacy or exclusionary fencing will be provided.
(5) Kennel Runs and Exercise Yards. All kennel runs and exercise yards shall be fenced with a fence at least six feet high with a minimum of 10 gauge wire and two-inch steel posts set on no greater than 10-foot spans. Other types of fencing may be required and/or approved on a case-by-case basis by the district.
(6) Special Interest Groups. Special interest groups, such as rescue groups, and/or representatives of such shall not be exempt from these regulations. [Ord. 14-159, 2014.]
6.22.050 Care and keeping of kenneled animals.
(1) Animals that are caged shall be removed from their cages daily and be provided with an exercise yard for their use for such periods as is appropriate for the size, age and condition of the animal.
(2) Diseased animals shall be maintained in suitable and separate cages or kennels apart from healthy animals. These animals shall be treated by a veterinarian or the kennel shall have consulted with a veterinarian regarding the animal and is following the direction of the veterinarian. The district shall be notified and proper proof provided that appropriate care is being given.
(3) Kennels in operation shall not be left unattended for a period in excess of 24 hours.
(4) All animals shall be supplied with good and wholesome food and fresh water in quantities sufficient for the feeding habits of such animal. All food and water containers shall be secured so as to keep it from being tipped over. [Ord. 14-159, 2014.]