DASAB Agenda 12/19/2019Collier Coun$r
Board of County Commissioners
Domestic Animal Services Advisory Committee
Workshop Agenda
December 19, 2019
3:00 pm
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Call to Order
Workshop
A. Current Standards of Care Ordinance - Darcy Andrade
B. Standards of Care Amendment Discussion
Public Comments
Adjourn
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ARTICLE IV. - STANDARDS OF CARE FOR ANIMAL-RELATED BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS;
BREEDERS; AND RODEOS
Sec. 14-76. - Purpose of Ordinance.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to create the Standards of Care authorized by Section Twelve of
the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance. This Ordinance is expressly limited to animal-related
businesses, animal-related organizations, commercial breeders, non-commercial breeders, and rodeos
and is to be read in conjunction with the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance.
(ord. No.2013-55, $ l)
Sec. 14-77 . - General Standards of Care.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal-related business, animal-related organization, commercial
breeder, non-commercial breeder, or rodeo must provide that animal:
'1. Freedom from hunger or thirst by ready access to fresh water and a diet to maintain full health
and vigor;
2. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a
comfortable resting area;
3. Freedom from pain, injury or disease by prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment;
4. Freedom to express normal behavior by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and
company of the animal's own kind; and
5. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental
suffering.
(Ord. No.20l3-55, $ 2)
Sec. 14-78. - Proper Animal Husbandry.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal-related business, animal-related organization, commercial
breeder, non-commercial breeder, or rodeo must exercise proper Animal Husbandry, which includes the
following practices:
1. Animal enclosures must be safe, sanitary, dry, and must protect the animals from the elements.
2. Animal enclosures shall be large enough for each animal contained therein to stand up, sit
down, lie down, and tum around simultaneously.
3. Where an enclosure is used sequentially for more than one animal during the course of a day,
the enclosure will be cleaned, sanitized and dried between each animal.
4. Airline-type containers normally used for shipping and transporting animals shall not be used to
permanently house animals.
5. Where animals are incompatible, they shall be contained separately in appropriate enclosures.
6. Housing facilities for animals must be clean and sufficiently ventllated at all times when animals
are present to provide for their health, comfort and well-being.
7. Housing facilities for animals must be sufficiently heated and cooled when necessary to protect
the animals from cold and hot temperatures and to provide for their health, comfort and well-
being.
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8. Premises where animals are housed shall have sufficient lighting and provide a diumal lighting
cycle, by either natural or artif,cial light, corresponding to the natural period of daylight and
night. lf artificial light is provided, it must emulate natural light.
9. Premises where animals are housed shall be clean, orderly and free of garbage, toxic
substances, unused food, standing water, sharp objects, litter or refuse.
10. Garbage shall be kept in garbage cans with properly fitting lids and disposed of regularly.
11. Bodies of dead animals must be disposed of according to applicable county and state
regulations, policies and laws.
12. Food shall be stored in such a way as to prevent contamination by rodents, pests and
moisture. Food storage containers shall be clearly and properly labeled as to contents.
13. Any poisonous plants growing in or near where herbivorous animals are being housed should
be removed.
14. All chemicals, pesticides, cleaning solutions and disinfectants shall be stored and used in
accordance with manufacturers' instructions, properly labeled as to content and kept away from
contact with animals and animal food.
15. All animal feces shall be removed and disposed of properly. Livestock manure which has been
removed from animal enclosures shall be maintained the maximum feasible distance from
animal housing. Animal feces shall not be allowed to contaminate surrounding waters.
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Food dishes and water bowls shall be cleaned daily.
When communal feeding containers are used, there shall be sufficient space to feed all the
animals simultaneously.
Animals shall be provided with food of sufficient quantity and quality to allow for normal groMh
and maintenance of a healthy body weight.
Fresh water shall be available to all animals daily and shall be maintained in a container in
such a manner that animals cannot turn the container over.
Food and water shall be fresh, appropriate for the animal, and free from contamination.
Animals must be given exercise appropriate for their species, breed, and size.
The responsible party must follow veterinary instructions for any sick or injured animal. Proof of
adequate, timely veterinary care and follow-up must be provided to animal services upon
request.
Animals having a known or suspected communicable animal-to-human disease shall be
maintained in isolation where they cannot directly or indirectly come into contact with any other
animals or the public. Applicable county and state health regulations must be followed when
caring for any animal harboring an animaFto-human disease.
Any animal that cannot stand on its own or that has a life threatening disease must be
hospitalized, housed under the direction of a licensed veterinarian or humanely euthanized in
accordance with F.S. S 828.058.
Animals shall not be worked in a sick, diseased or injured condition.
Animals shall not be abused, mistreated, tormented or in any manner made to suffer by any
person or any means.
Any enclosure used as a primary means of confinement for a dog must meet the definition of
proper enclosure as defined in the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance.
Cats must be provided access to a receptacle containing sufficient clean litter to contain
excreta and body wastes.
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29- Cats must be provided solid resting surface(s) that are sufficient to hold all cats at the same
time comfortably.
30. Livestock normally maintained in outdoor areas must have access to shelter that provides
protection from the direct rays of the sun and the direct effect of wind and rain and is of
sufficient size and/or number to provide enough space for each animal to comfortably stand up,
sit down, lie down and turn around in the shelter simultaneously.
Livestock shall have access to dry ground at all times.
Livestock shall be provided access to an appropriately fenced open area for routine exercise
Livestock must be securely conflned and not permitted to run at large.
Livestock shall not be left unattended while tethered.
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Equine and ovine shall have hooves trimmed so as to prevent lameness and extreme
overgrowth.
Equine must have documentation by a licensed veterinarian certifying that the equine has
been tested for Equine lnfectious Anemia (Coggins test) within the preceding twelve-month
period.
Animals other than those specifically enumerated herein shall be cared for pursuant to general
guidelines and accepted animal husbandry standards for each species.
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(Ord. No. 2013-s5, $ 3)
Sec. 14-79. - Regulations for Animal-Related Businesses and Organizations.
A. Posting of Pemit. Each animal-related business and organization will prominently display a current,
valid county animal services-issued operational permit.
B. Safefy.
1. Each animal-related business or organization which accepts privately owned animals into its
custody shall report to animal services any obvious case of neglect or animal abuse pursuant to
the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, these Standards, or F.S. ch. 828, "Cruelty to
Animals." Animal services' phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
2. Each animal-related business or organization will post emergency contact information in a
prominent place visible from the exterior of the main entrance to the premises. lf an animaF
related organization is located in a premises used primarily as a residence, this contact
information does not need to be prominently posted, but must be kept current and on file with
animal services, the local law enforcement entity, and the local fire department. This contact
shall be available at all hours in case of emergencies or other enforcement-related matters.
3. Each animal-related business or organization shall have a written disaster plan to address both
immediate and noticed evacuation of all animals in case of an emergency. This plan shall be
posted in a prominent location.
4. Each animal-related business or organization shall have a working telephone available at all
times in case of an emergency. The name of the establishment's veterinarian and the
veterinarian's phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
5. Each animal-related business or organization shall provide for adequate rodent and insect
control.
C. Records.
1. Each animal-related business or organization shall keep records on all animals currently under
its care. These records shall be maintained on each animal individually.
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2. The information in these records shall include but not be limited to rabies vaccination, all other
inoculations and prescription or medical treatments administered.
3, Where the animal-related business or organization has a duty to care for, but not a right of
ownership in the animal, records shall also include the owneis name, address, emergency
telephone number, owne/s proof of identification, and name and telephone number of ownefs
veterinarian. ln addition, a medical release must be obtained from the owner or his designee for
each animal and shall become part of the animal's record so that emergency treatment can be
given if the animal shows signs of illness or is injured while in the care and custody of the
animalrelated entity. Exceptions to this provision may be made on a case-by-case basis when
due to extenuating circumstances it is in the best interest of the animal for the animal owner to
remain anonymous.
4. Where the animal-related business or organization has a right of ownership in the animal,
records shall indicate where the animal was obtained.
5. A copy of a current (within the previous twelve months) negative Coggins test (equine infectious
anemia) shall be on record for each equine (except nursing foals). No equine shall be accepted
for board unless a current (within the past twelve months) negative Coggins test record is
produced by the owner.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Groomers.
1. Clippers, combs, brushes and any other equipment shall be sanitized after each animal
grooming.
2. Animals shall not be left unattended while tethered to grooming stations.
3. Clean, separate drying towels shall be used for each individual animal groomed.
4. Tepid water must be used for the purpose of washing dogs and cats. Cold water is not
acceptable.
5. Grooming bathtubs shall be sanitized after each animal grooming. Grooming bathtubs shall be
maintained free of mold and mildew.
6. Clippers, dryers, combs, brushes and any other grooming equipment shall be maintained in
good repair so that they are appropriate for the intended safe use per the manufacturers' or
suppliers' instructions.
E. Long-term Nonresidential (lnstitutional) Housing of Dogs.
1. Dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for a period longer than three months shall be
afforded protective measures. The responsible party shall notify animal services regarding all
dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for longer than three months and shall comply with
the following requirements:
a. A veterinarian will examine the animal once every six months. Dogs not maintained on a
heartworm preventative program shall be given an occult heartworm test and started on
preventative or treated for same.
b. A professional behaviorist or trainer will evaluate the animal once every three months and
recommend a behavioral enrichment program.
c. The dog will receive a minimum of fifty minutes of play, interaction, grooming and/or
training each week or the care stipulated by the recommended behavioral enrichment
program, whichever is more strtngent. Dogs with medical conditions prohibiting play or
training sessions shall be excluded from this requirement upon written certification of the
medical condition by a licensed veterinarian.
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d. Records shall be kept evidencing compliance with the above
(Ord. No. 2013-55, $ 4)
Sec. 14-80. - Regulations for Rodeos.
A. Posting of PermiL The operator of a rodeo will prominently display a current, valid county animal
services-issued operational permit.
B. Safety.
1. The operator of a rodeo shall report to animal services any obvious case of neglect or animal
abuse pursuant to the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, these Standards, or F.S. ch.
828, "Cruelty to Animals." Animal services'phone number shall be posted in a prominent
location.
2. The operator of a rodeo event shall meet all fire safety requirements in accordance with the
local fire and zoning regulations.
3. The operator of a rodeo shall have a written emergency plan to address, as is necessary,
inclement weather, veterinary medical emergencies, attendee safety, and crowd control. This
plan shall be posted in a prominent location.
C. Public Awareness. The operator of a rodeo event shall make available to attendees literature to be
provided by animal services outlining the provisions of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance.
D. Rodeo Regulations.
1. The operator of a rodeo shall provide animal seruices with:
a. A diagram of the arena, showing location of the chutes, catch chutes, and pens; a list of all
proposed events and acts; and a copy of the rules and regulations which will govern the
conduct of the contestants and events;
b. The name and contact information of a veterinarian who will be available for all shows; and
c. Evidence of testing for infectious equine anemia within the previous immediate twelve (12)
months, with negative results for all equine-
2. The operator of a rodeo shall ensure that:
a. A licensed veterinarian shall be available forall shows;
b. An ambulance and medical attendants shall be available on the grounds for emergency
purposes,
c. Any tack, equipment, device, substance or material that is injurious or could cause
unnecessary cruelty is prohibited;
d. All stock is strong, healthy, and physically sound in order to perform in the assigned
events;
e. Chutes are so constructed as to prevent injury to the stock, and that the arena is free of
rocks, holes, and all obstacles which could cause iniury to animals or contestants;
f. All flank straps and equipment is removed from stock in catch chutes as soon as possible
and that injured animals remain in the catch chute until examined and released by the
attending veterinarian; and
g. Rowels on spurs of all contestants are short, dull, and free to revolve.
(Ord. No. 2013-55, $ 5)
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Sec. 14-81. - Regulations for Breeders and Pet Shops.
A. PermitNotitication.
1. The appropriate permit number shall be provided on all advertisements and promotions
concerning the sale or give-away of an animal.
2. The appropriate permit number shall be provided to all persons who buy or accept ownership of
an animal.
B. Requirements for Sale of Dogs and Cats.
1. Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens acquired for resale must be examined by a licensed
veterinarian within five business days of physical acquisition.
2. Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens ofiered for sale must be at least eight weeks of age.
3. Dogs, cats, puppies and kiftens offered for sale must be accompanied by an Official Certificate
of Veterinary lnspection (OCVI).
4. The OCVI must contaln the following information:
a. The date of the examination by the examining veterinarian.
b. The examining veterinarian's license number.
c. The examining veterinarian's signature.
d. The age, breed, sex, color, and any distinguishing marks of the animal.
e. The health record of the animal.
f. Any tests performed and their results, and any vaccinations or other treatments
administered, including vaccine type, lot number, expiration date, and date of
administration, including those not speciflcally enumerated below.
g. A statement that the examining veterina an warrants, to the best of his knowledge, that the
dog or cat has no sign of contiagious or infectious diseases and has no evidence of internal
or external parasites, including coccidiosis and ear mites, but excluding fleas and ticks.
h. A statement conceming whether or not the examining veterinarian has detected any
physical abnormalities in the dog or cat, including but not limited to a heart murmur, and
umbilical hernia, entropian, and inguinal hernia, and cryptorchidism.
5. The OCVI must document that the following inoculations, tests, and treatments have been
administered, unless the veterinarian certifies on the OCVI that to inoculate or deworm the
animal is not in the best medical interest of the animal, in which case the vaccine or anthelmintic
may not be administered to that particular animal:
a. For dogs or puppies:
i. Vaccination against canine distemper, leptospirosis, bordetella, parainfluenza,
hepatitis, and canine parvovirus. A rabies inoculation must be provided for any dog
over three months of age.
ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites: hookworms, roundworms,
whipworms, tapeworms, coccidia and giardia. Heartworm detection must occur for
dogs six months of age or older. Appropriate treatment for all positive findings must be
documented.
b. For cats or kittens:
i. Vaccination againsl panleukopenia, feline viral rhino tracheitis, and calici virus. A
rabies inoculation must be provided for any cat over three months of age.
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ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites: hookworms, roundworms,
tapeworms and coccidia. Appropriate treatment for all positive findings must be
documented.
iii. Diagnostic test to detect Feline Leukemia with the result listed on the OCVI.
6. lf the animal is less than four months of age, the tests; vaccines, and anthelmintics required
above must be administered no more than twenty-one days before sale within the county. lf the
animal is four months of age or older, the tests, vaccines, and anthelmintics required above
must be administered at or after three months of age, but no more than one year before sale
within the county.
7. The sale of the dog, cat, puppy, or kitten shall take place no more than thirty days after the
OCVI has been issued.
8. lf a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten is not sold within thirty days of the issuance of the OCVI, then a
new examination and OCVI must be obtained.
9. All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens offered for sale must be implanted with a microchip.
C. Records.
'1. Breeders shall maintain records of each litter of puppies and kittens born. Such records shall
include the date of birth, number of puppies and litters born, and the license tag number of each
Parent.
2. Pet shops shall maintain records of each animal acquired for sale, Such records shall include
the name and address of the source of the animal, the animal's date of birth, and date the
animal was received.
3. Breeders and pet shops shall maintain a separate record of each animal sold containing the
breed, sex, color, and identifying marks of the animal; all OCVIS and medical records for each
animal; the name and address of the purchaser; and the number of the microchip implanted in
the animal. lf the disposition of the animal is not through sale, the records shall indicate the type
and date of disposition, including the name and address of any subsequent owner, if one exists.
4. lf a dog or cat dies while in the possession of a breeder or pet shop, the breeder or pet shop
shall secure the services of a licensed veterinarian to determine the cause of death or
suspected cause of death. The veterinarian shall document the date of death and known or
suspected cause of death on an OCVI.
5. Records indicating the disposition of all animals shall be forwarded to animal services on a
quarterly basis.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Disc/osures.
'1. At the time of sale, breeders and pet shops must provide the purchaser with:
a. A copy of the complete record pertaining to the individual animal as described above;
b. Literature to be provided by animal services outlining the provisions of the Collier County
Animal Control Ordinance; and
c. A copy of F.S. S 828.29, Dogs and cats transported or offered for sale; health
requirementsi consumer guarantee.
2. The above information must be provided to prospective purchasers upon request.
E. Pet Lemon Law.
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1, All breeders and pet shops must comply with any applicable provisions of F.S. S 828.29 Dogs
and cats transported or offered for sale; health requirements; consumer guarantee. Where any
conflict exists between these stiandards and this section, the more restrictive shall apply.
2. This section does not in any way limit the rights or remedies that are otherwise available to a
consumer under any other law.
F. Exemptions. Animal services, humane societies, and 501(c)3 rescue organizations shall be exempt
from the provisions of this section.
(Ord. No. 2013-55, $ 6)
Sec. 14-82. - Penalties.
Failure to abide by this Ordinance may result in penalties as set forth in Section Thirteen of the
Collier County Animal Control Ordinance (S '14-38 herein) or denial, revocation, or suspension of an
entity's County-issued license as provided in Section Twelve of the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance (S 14-37 herein). Anyone who receives a citation, has been denied a permit or whose permit
has been revoked or suspended may appeal this action in a court of competent jurisdiction within thirty
calendar days from the date of notice.
(ord. No. 2013-55, $ 7)
Editor's note- Section nine of Ord. No. 2013-55 states: "This Ordinance shall be effective by
November 1,2013."
Secs. 14-83-14-105. - Reserved
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Collier County Animal Control Ordinance Chapter 14, Article ll - language that pertains to Chapter 14,
Article lV - Standards of Care Ordinance
Sec. 14-28. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this Ordinance, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Animal-related busr,ness means any for-profit person or business required to hold a business tax
receipt that renders services to, for or by any domestic animal, excepting commercial agricultural operations
and the offices or practices of State-certified and licensed veterinarians. Examples of animal-related
businesses include, but are not limited to, boarding facilities, doggie day cares, groomers, pet shops, petting
zoos, pony rides, stables, and training facilities.
Animal-related organization means any not-for-profit entity that maintains premises for the purpose of
rendering services to, for or by any domestic animal. Examples of animal-related organizations include, but
are not limited to, rescues that maintain premises as a central location for their activities, sanctuaries,
service dog organizations and animal shelters.
Commercial Ereeder means any person or business required to hold a business tax receipt who
engages in the sale or breeding of three (3) or more litters of dogs or cats, per a one-year period or offers
one (1) or more domestic cat(s) or dog(s) for breeding or stud purposes, producing three (3) or more litters
per year, excepting service dog organizations that are members of Assistance Dogs lnternational.
Commercial breeders are subject to agricultural zoning requirements of the Land Development Code.
Hobby Breeder means any person who intentionally or unintentionally causes or allows the breeding
or studding of one (1) or more domestic cat(s) or dog(s), producing one (1) to two (2) litters per household
or premises per a one-year period, excepting service dog organizations that are members of Assistance
Dogs lnternational.
Pet dealer shall mean any person who, in commerce, for compensation or profit engages in the sale
of a dog(s) or cat(s) for use as a pet but who does not engage in breeding dogs or cats. This definition
excludes humane societies, private nonprofit animal organizations, animal rescue organizations and animal
shelters.
Premises means the principle place of operation for all animal-related businesses, animal-related
organizations, commercial and hobby breeders, and rodeos, specifically where animals are housed on a
day-to-day basis.
Proper Enclosure for pimary means of confinement for dogs means an enclosed or locked pen or
structure, designed to preventthe animalfrom escaping. Such pen or structure shall be a structurally sound
enclosure, made of materials impervious to moisture and shall also provide protection from injury and the
elements. The square footage of a proper enclosure used as a primary means of confinement for a dog
must be equal to or greater than the length of the animal from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail,
doubled, then squared, and divided by 144. For example, a dog measuring 30 inches from the tip of the
nose to the base ofthe tailwill require a 25 square foot enclosure (30 x 2 = 60; 60 x 60 = 3,600; 3,600/144
= 25)- The height of the enclosure shall be equal to or greater than the length of the animal from the tip of
the nose to the base of the tail multiplied by '1.5.
Rescue Organization, Animal Rescue Group, Animal-related organization shall mean a duly
incorporated non-profit organization that has tax exempt status in accordance with Section 501(cX3) of the
United States lnternal Revenue Code, founded or chartered with the primary mission being the welfare,
care, and adoption/placement ofstray, abandoned, orsurrendered animals, and wh'ch does not breed dogs
or cats or obtain these animals for any form of payment or compensation from any source other than an
animal shelter. Such organizations make pets available on a cost-recovery basis and/or foster animals or
enlist others to foster animals.
Standards of Care refe's to a set of rules and regulations governing the care and feeding of animals
maintained in or by animaFrelated businesses, animal-related organizations, commercial breeders, hobby
breeders, and rodeos, as adopted by the Board of County Commissioners.
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Collier County Animal Control Ordinance Chapter 14, Article ll- language that pertains to Chapter 14,
Article lV - Standards of Care Ordinance
Sec. 14-39. - Standards of care.
1. The following provisions are limited to animal-related businesses, animal-related organizations,
commercial breeders, hobby breeders, and rodeos.
2. The Director is hereby granted authority to recommend Standards of Care for animaFrelated
businesses, animaFrelated organizations, commercial breeders, hobby breeders, and rodeos for
approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Standards of Care shall be approved by ordinance
of the Board and then codified in the Collier County Administrative Code. As set forth below, a violation
of an approved Standards of Care shall be deemed to be a violation of this Ordinance.
3. The owner or operator of any animal-related business, animal-related organization, commercial
breeders, hobby breeders, or rodeo shall properly feed and care for each animal in their custody or
control and otherwise meet all relevant Standards of Care.
4. The Director shall inspect the premises of any animal-related business and any animal-related
organization on an annual basis. The Director shall inspect the premises of any rodeo prior to or within
twenty-four (24) hours of the commencement of that event. The Director will inspect the premises of
any breeder on a quarterly basis. Routine inspections of businesses, or organizations, or breeders
located in a premise used primarily as a residence will be noticed a minimum of twen$-four (24) hours
in advance. No duty to notify exists should animal services receive a complaint alleging a violation of
this Ordinance.
5. Refusal to allow the Director to inspect any premises, animal, or records associated with any animal-
related business, organization or rodeo, or any breeding operation, shall constitute a violation of this
Ordinance.
6. Should the inspection reveal a violation of this Ordinance or the relevant Standards of Care, a Notice
to Comply will be issued. The Notice to Comply shall specify the violation and shall contain a time
period not to exceed 15 days to enable the violator to come into compliance. The premises shall be
re-inspected promptly following the time period specified by the Notice to Comply. Failure to correct
the violation shall result in the issuance of a citation.
7. Every person who owns or operates an animal-related business or animal-related organization shall
obtain a permit from the Director, A fee will be charged for the permit. Permit fees shall be established
and revised by resolutions of the Board of County Commissioners. The Director shall issue an animal-
related business or organization permit after receipt of this fee and inspection of the business or
organization premises if he determines that the premises meet all established standards and
regulations. The permit shall be displayed within the licensed premises at a place where it is clearly
visible to the public. An animal-related business or organization permit is valid for one (1) calendar
year and must be renewed annually. Renewal applications must be made thirty (30) days prior to
expiration of the permit. Permits are not transferable or refundable.
L Every person or organization who sponsors or operates a rodeo shall, at least thirty (30) days prior to
the date of the event, make application to the Director for a permit to operate. The fee for such
application and permit shall be established and revised by resolutions of the Board of County
Commissioners. The Director shall issue a rodeo permit after receipt of this fee and inspection of the
event premises if he determines that the event will meet the established Standards of Care. That permit
shall be displayed at the event at a place where it is clearly visible to the public.
9. Commercial and hobby breeders must obtain the applicable breeder permit from the Director. A fee
will be charged for the permit. Permit fees shall be established and revised by resolutions of the Board
of County Commissioners. The Director shall issue the applicable breeder permit after receipt of this
fee and inspection of the breedefs premises if he determines that the breeder meets the established
Standards of Care. A breeder permit is valid for one (1) calendar year and must be renewed annually.
Renewal applications must be made thirty (30) days prior to expiration of the permit. Permits are not
transferable or refundable. Failure to obtain a permit prior to operating as a breeder shall constitute a
violation of this Ordinance.
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Article lV - standards of Care Ordinance
10. The Director shall have the authority to deny, suspend or revoke a permit, as issued under this
Section. The Director shall notify the permit holder ofthe denial, suspension, or revocation ofthe permit
in writing. Any person who has been denied a permit orwhose permit has been revoked or suspended
may appeal this action in a court of competent jurisdiction within thirty calendar days from the date of
notice.
11. No animal-related businesses, animal-related organizations, commercial breeders, hobby breeders,
pet dealers, and rodeos permits shall be granted or issued to a person who has been charged with
and convicted of charges of animal cruelty under any jurisdiction. Such automatic denial shall extend
to corporations, companies, partnerships, joint ventures, professional groups or associations which
include a person so described.
12. Animal-related organizations In good standing with animal services as contemplated herein and
rescue organizations qualified to adopt animals from animal services that are housing cats and dogs
in foster or sanctuary settings as an alternative to humane euthanasia may acquire a blanket license
for all cats and dogs housed when registering the animals housed on the premises-
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