2009-0260
INTRODUCED BY: MARCUS M. LAMBERT, COUNCILMAN, DISTRICT VI
ORDINANCE NO. ___________
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An ordinance to amend the Code of Ordinances Chapter 4, Animals and Fowl be amended by adding Article V. K-9, GUARD, AND ATTACK DOG SERVICES, Section 4-66. K-9 or Guard or Attack Dog Requirements.
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WHEREAS, for the safety of the public and all K-9, guard, and attack dog services specific detailed information in the care, handling, and permitting of these animals is required.
THE ST. CHARLES PARISH COUNCIL HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION I. That the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 4, Animals and Fowl be amended by adding:
ARTICLE V. K-9, GUARD, AND ATTACK DOG SERVICES
Sec. 4-66. K-9 or guard or attack dog requirements.
(a) Permit required. No person shall operate a K-9 or guard or attack dog service unless a permit to operate such establishment shall have been granted by the animal control department. Application procedures and requirements for such permit shall be in accordance with rules and regulations promulgated by the animal control department under the provisions of this article. The permit period shall be the calendar year and the permit fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each permit period or part thereof beginning with the first day of the calendar year.
(b) Requirements for holding of permit. All K-9 or guard or attack dog services shall, in addition to all other requirements of this article, comply with the requirements set forth below. Failure to meet these requirements shall be grounds for denial of a permit or revocation of any previously issued permit.
(c) Application for permit; temporary permit. Permit application forms may be obtained from the animal control department at 13830 River Road, Luling, LA, 70057, or may be requested in writing or by telephone. Completed, notarized forms accompanied by the appropriate fee may be mailed to the above address. If any applicant certifies that all of the requirements of these rules and regulations are being met in his establishment, the animal control department may issue a temporary permit until such time as it may make a physical inspection of the establishment. Such temporary permit, however, shall not be valid for more than three (3) months from date of issue, and shall be revoked at the time of inspection if all permit requirements are not being met. Upon certification by an authorized representative of the animal control department that all pertinent requirements are being met, the director shall forthwith issue a regular permit which shall be valid until December thirty-first of the year issued.
(d) Renewal of permit. Prior to December thirty-first of each year, all holders of animal handling permits must renew same by applying to the animal control department for the appropriate form, executing such form and remitting the current annual permit fee.
(e) Inspection. All premises of the K-9 or guard dog services shall be subject to inspection at any time by the animal control department.
(f) Minimum standards:
(1) All K-9, guard and/or attack dogs must be micro-chipped;
(2) Fresh water for drinking shall be available to all species at all times. Containers are to be cleaned and disinfected each day. All water containers shall be removable for cleaning and be mounted so that the animals cannot turn them over;
(3) Permanent housing for dogs not on duty or in transport shall consist of runs whose dimensions and areas shall be at least as great as those specified for runs in the table of Section 4-67. Cages may be used for temporary housing not to exceed thirty (30) days, provided that the requirements of the table of Section 4-68 are met;
(4) Runs must have at least six-foot high fences completely surrounding them to which are to be added anti-climbers, or the top must be completely covered;
(5) All gates and entrances to the runs, kennel, and training area must be kept locked when not in use;
(6) A perimeter fence at least six (6) feet high with anti-climbing devices must be installed to encircle the training and kennel area. Fences must be maintained escape proof;
(7) A dog in training, excluding law enforcement K-9 on duty, as a guard or sentry or attack dog must be confined at all times to its kennel or run or training area, unless he is under leash control of his handler;
(8) Cages used for the transportation, excluding law enforcement K-9, of guard dogs need not conform to all the minimum dimensions of the table of Section 4-69, however, each cage used must be of sufficient size that a dog placed in it can stand erect with at least six (6) inches of clear space above its withers. The length of the cage must be at least six (6) inches longer than the length of the dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail, and the width of the cage should be such as to permit the dog to turn around freely. Cages shall have bottoms of solid material and be covered so as to provide protection from the elements;
(9) No animal shall be left in a transport cages that are not equipped with a functioning climate control device, except while actually in transport, for any period longer than a reasonable time exceed thirty (30) minutes for one (1) animal.
(10) No dogs shall be left in transport cages, except while actually in transport, for any period longer than a reasonable time for loading or unloading. In no case shall such reasonable time exceed thirty (30) minutes for any one (1) dog;
(11) All trainers of dogs for guard service must have had at least two (2) years experience in facilities training dogs;
(12) Procedures are required to notify police and fire departments of the location of guard or sentry dogs placed on guard duty without handlers. Notification must be renewed once a year.
(g) Records; number and person to contact in emergencies. The holder of any K-9 or guard dog service permit, shall keep available for inspection on the premises a record that shall show the name, current address and telephone number of the owner of each animal kept at the facility, the date such animal entered the facility, the reason for such animal being at the facility such as for boarding, sale, breeding or grooming; the description of the animal, including its age, breed, sex and color. The owner shall place in a visible place the name, address and telephone number of the parish animal shelter, or other party who can be contacted in case of emergency, to assume the care of the animals on the premises. In addition, the holder shall furnish to the parish animal shelter the name, address and telephone number of the veterinarian or other responsible party authorized to act on behalf of the holder in case of emergency and include all health records and micro chip information.
Sec. 4-67. Minimum requirements for housing animals for continuous periods of thirty days or longer.
The following are minimum requirements for housing animals for continuous periods of thirty (30) days or longer:
TABLE INSET:
|
Weight |
|
Minimum Cage Dimensions (inches) |
|
Minimum Cage or Run Floor Area per Animal (square feet) |
Maximum Number of Animals Per |
Species |
Or Age |
Width |
Depth |
Height |
Singles |
Group |
Cage or Run (2) |
Adult dogs |
0--35 lb. |
30 |
30 |
30 |
8 |
6 |
4 |
in cages |
35--65 lb. |
36 (1) |
36 (1) |
36 (1) |
12 |
10 |
3 |
|
Over 65-lb. |
36 (1) |
36 (1) |
36 (1) |
12 |
10 |
2 |
Puppies in cages |
0--15 lb. |
30 |
30 |
24 |
6 |
2 |
8 |
Adult cats in cages |
Any |
24 |
24 |
24 |
4 |
3 |
4 |
Kittens in cages |
Up to 4 months |
24 |
24 |
24 |
4 |
2 |
6 |
Rabbits in cages |
Any |
24 |
24 |
24 |
4 |
3 |
6 |
Guinea pigs and hamsters in cages |
Any |
12 |
12 |
12 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
Adult dogs in runs (2) |
Any |
48 |
72 |
-- |
24 |
12 |
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) These dimensions may require modification to conform to the body sizes of certain breeds. In no case should the cage height be less than six (6) inches plus the height of the dog at the withers, nor should the width or depth be less than six (6) inches plus the length of the dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
(2) Where outdoor runs are provided for the housing of dogs or other animals, each run shall have a covered portion for protection against sunlight and rain. This covered portion shall have a raised floor area per animal at least equal to the minimum cage floor area as provided for in this table for the particular size of animal.
Sec. 4-68. Minimum requirements for housing animals for periods from twenty-four hours up to thirty days.
The following are minimum requirements for housing animals for periods from twenty-four (24) hours up to thirty (30) days:
TABLE INSET:
|
Weight |
|
Minimum Cage Dimensions (inches) |
|
Minimum Cage or Run Floor Area per Animal (square feet) |
Maximum Number of Animals Per |
Species |
Or Age |
Width |
Depth |
Height |
Singles |
Group |
Cage or Run (2) |
Adult dogs |
0--35 lb. |
20 |
30 |
24 |
5 |
4 |
4 |
in cages |
35--50 lb. |
30 (1) |
30 (1) |
30 (1) |
7 |
6 |
3 |
|
Over 65 lb. |
30 (1) |
36 (1) |
36 (1) |
10 |
8 |
2 |
Puppies in cages |
0--15 lb. |
20 |
20 |
24 |
3 |
2 |
8 |
Adult cats in cages |
Any |
20 |
20 |
24 |
3 |
2 1/2 |
4 |
Kittens in cages |
Up to 4 months |
20 |
20 |
24 |
2 |
1 1/2 |
6 |
Rabbits in cages |
Any |
20 |
20 |
24 |
3 |
2 1/2 |
6 |
Guinea pigs and hamsters in cages |
Any |
12 |
12 |
12 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
Adult dogs in runs (2) |
Any |
36 |
72 |
-- |
15 |
8 |
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) These dimensions may require modification to conform to the body sizes of certain breeds. In no case should the cage height be less than six (6) inches plus the height of the dog at the withers, nor should the width or depth be less than six (6) inches plus the length of the dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
(2) Where outdoor runs are provided for the housing of dogs or other animals, each run shall have a covered portion fo protection against sunlight and rain. This covered portion shall have a raised floor area per animal at least equal to the minimum cage floor area as provided for in this table for the particular size of animal.
Sec. 4-69. Minimum requirements for housing animals for periods up to twenty-four hours.
The following are minimum requirements for housing animals for periods up to twenty-four (24) hours:
TABLE INSET:
|
Weight |
|
Minimum Cage Dimensions (inches) |
|
Minimum Cage or Run Floor Area per Animal (square feet) |
Maximum Number of Animals Per |
Species |
Or Age |
Width |
Depth |
Height |
Singles |
Group |
Cage or Run (2) |
Adult dogs |
0--35 |
18 |
24 |
20 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
in cages |
35--65 lb. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Over 65 lb. |
24 (1) |
30 (1) |
30 (1) |
6 |
5 |
2 |
Puppies in cages |
0--15 lb. |
20 |
20 |
20 |
2 1/2 |
1 1/2 |
8 |
Adult cats in cages |
Any |
20 |
20 |
20 |
2 1/2 |
1 1/2 |
4 |
Kittens in cages |
Up to 4 months |
20 |
20 |
20 |
2 |
1 |
6 |
Rabbits in cages |
Any |
20 |
20 |
20 |
2 1/2 |
1 1/2 |
6 |
Guinea pigs and hamsters in cages |
Any |
12 |
12 |
12 |
1 |
1 |
6 |
Adult dogs in runs (2) |
Any |
36 |
72 |
-- |
12 |
6 |
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(1) These dimensions may require modification to conform to the body sizes of certain breeds. In no case should the cage height be less than six (6) inches plus the height of the dog at the withers, nor should the width or depth be less than six (6) inches plus the length of the dog from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail.
(2) Where outdoor runs are provided for the housing of dogs or other animals, each run shall have a covered portion for protection against sunlight and rain. This covered portion shall have a raised floor area per animal at least equal to the minimum cage floor area as provided for in this table for the particular size of animal.
Vote
The foregoing ordinance having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:
And the ordinance was declared adopted this ______ day of __________, 2009, to become effective five (5) days after publication in the Official Journal.
Amend Code - Chapter 4 - Animal and Fowl add Article V
CHAIRMAN: _________________________________
SECRETARY: ________________________________
DLVD/PARISH PRESIDENT: ____________________
APPROVED: ________ DISAPPROVED: __________
PARISH PRESIDENT: _________________________
RETD/SECRETARY: __________________________
AT: _______________ RECD BY: ________________