§ 6-117. Litter permit.

(a)

Any person whose female dog or cat has a litter must obtain a litter permit prior to or within ten (10) business days of the litter's birth.

(b)

The issuance of a permit authorizes the whelping of no more than two (2) litters per female dog or cat in any twelve-month period.

(c)

If a person fails to obtain a permit after notice, then the department shall be authorized to impound the female dog or cat and the animal litter.

(d)

The litter permit number shall be prominently displayed in all advertisements, notices, or displays of the litter for sale or trade or offers to give away any members of the litter.

(e)

Only permitted persons may sell a litter and only in a private residence, authorized pet shop, or shelter and under said conditions to promote a healthy, safe and vaccinated dog/cat.

(f)

No person may offer any puppy or kitten under the age of eight (8) weeks for sale, trade or other compensation or for free giveaway (except a puppy or kitten, or litter or litters taken to the department, or any tax-exempt nonprofit organization founded for the purpose of providing humane sanctuary or shelter for abandoned or unwanted animals, or any recognized rescue organization which is currently registered with the department).

(g)

This section does not apply to rescuers affiliated with recognized rescue organizations but must obtain a register a spayed, neutered or intact dog/cat with the department.

(Ord. No. 2010-O-029, § 1, 3-15-10)