§ 4-72. Class II kennels.

(a)

In General. Any person maintaining any commercial establishment where animals of any species excluding domesticated livestock, kept for the purpose of breeding, buying, selling, grooming or boarding such animals or engaged in the training of dogs for guard or sentry purposes, and which establishment is so constructed that the animals cannot stray therefrom; or any person owning or keeping 20 or more animals, excluding domesticated livestock, each of which is four months of age or older.

(b)

Standards for a Class II Kennel. All commercial kennels shall, in addition to the other requirements of this article including those for a 4-71 above, comply with the minimum standards of this subsection. The premises of commercial kennels shall meet the following standards:

(1)

Buildings or enclosures must be provided which shall allow adequate protection against extreme weather conditions. Floors of buildings, runs and walls shall be of a nonporous material or otherwise constructed as to permit proper cleaning and disinfecting. Temperatures in animal containments shall be maintained at a level that is healthful for every species of animal in the containment.

(2)

Cages, kennels or runs shall have sufficient space for each animal to sit, stand up, lie down, turn around and stretch out to its full length without touching the sides or tops of the cage, kennel or run. Cages, kennels and runs are to be of a material and construction that permits cleaning and disinfecting, and shall have an impervious surface. Cage, kennel and run floors of concrete shall have a resting board or some type of bedding. Cages, kennels and runs shall provide protection from the weather. All animal quarters are to be kept clean, dry and in a sanitary condition. Cages, kennels and runs shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair to protect animals from potential physical harm, contain the animals, and restrict the entrance of other animals and people.

(3)

Animals shall not be placed in cages, kennels or runs less such cages, kennels or runs are so constructed to prevent animal excreta from entering other cages, kennels or runs.

(4)

Sufficient shade shall be provided to allow all animals kept outdoors to protect themselves from the direct rays of the sun.

(5)

Each animal shall be given the opportunity for vigorous daily exercise as appropriate.

(6)

Litter boxes shall be provided for cats and kittens.

(7)

Food shall not be contaminated and shall be wholesome, palatable, and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value and offered at appropriate intervals to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition, size, and age of the animal. Food for all animals shall be served in a clean container so mounted that the animals cannot readily tip it over or defecate or urinate in it.

(8)

Supplies of food and bedding shall be stored in facilities that adequately protect such supplies against infestation or contamination by vermin. Refrigeration shall be provided for supplies of perishable food.

(9)

All animals shall have fresh, potable water available at all times. Water containers shall be of a removable type and be mounted or secured so that the animals cannot readily tip them over or defecate or urinate in them.

(10)

All food and water containers shall be cleaned and disinfected daily.

(11)

All animals must be fed and watered, and all cages and kennels cleaned each day, including Sundays and holidays.

(12)

Adequate veterinary care shall be provided as needed for each animal.

(13)

Provisions shall be made for the removal and disposal of animal and food waste, bedding and debris.

(14)

Facilities such as a washroom, sink or basin shall be provided to maintain cleanliness among animal caretakers and animal food and water containers.

(15)

Facilities for animals shall be adequately ventilated to provide for the health and comfort of the animals at all times. Such facilities shall be provided with fresh air, either by means of windows, doors, vents or air conditioning, and shall be ventilated so as to minimize drafts, odors, and moisture condensation.

(16)

Facilities for animals shall have ample light by natural or artificial means or both, of good quality and well distributed and as appropriate for each animal's health and well-being. Such lighting shall provide uniformly distributed illumination of sufficient light intensity to permit routine inspection and cleaning during the entire working period. Enclosures shall be so placed as to protect the animals from excessive illumination.

(17)

Every person owning, operating, or maintaining such a facility shall post a notice clearly visible from the ground level at the main entrance to the facility containing the names, addresses and telephone numbers of persons responsible for the facility where they may be contacted during any hour of the day or night.

(c)

Owners or operators of Class II kennels must apply to the Animal Services Director for a Class II Kennel Permit, pay any designated fee, to receive a permit to own or operate a Class II Kennel in Orange County.

(d)

Kennel Facilities shall be subject to inspection during reasonable hours by an Animal Control Officer upon his or her request. A fee in the amount of $25.00 shall be assessed against the owners or operators of a facility for failing to permit an inspection pursuant to this subsection in order to defray the costs of repeat travel to the facility.

(e)

Failure to meet the standards set out herein shall be grounds for the issuance of a citation subjecting the owner to the penalties described herein, and/or the issuance of an abatement order to comply with the provisions of this article.

(f)

No person may own or operate a Class II Kennel within the County unless and until such person satisfies the requirements of this section and has been issued any privilege license if required.

(g)

A permit issued in accordance with this section may be revoked by the Administrator after notice and hearing, for any reason that would have justified denial of the permit in the first instance or for other violations of this Chapter. If the Administrator denies or revokes a permit in accordance with this section, the owner or operator shall be notified of their right to appeal such decision in accordance with Section 4-53.