§ 6.08.020. Further requirements for a pet shop permit.

Further requirements for a pet shop permit are as follows:

1.

The pet shop building must be a permanent structure of a reasonable size to prevent crowding, occupied by the permit holder no less than one day per month, consisting of no less than three solid walls, and a roof to protect animals from the elements, be well ventilated, and be capable of maintaining temperatures between 55 and 85 degrees F.

2.

All applicants must present a valid state sales tax permit.

3.

All animals being sold must be at least eight weeks old, healthy, and have had all applicable vaccinations required by state or federal law, or written arrangements for such vaccinations at the time of sale. There must be a complete medical history for each animal, including labels from all vaccinations, veterinary exams, and exam findings including any preexisting medical conditions.

4.

Animals must be housed in clean, species and size appropriate cages or pens, with ample water to sustain them comfortably and humanely for the duration of the time they will be housed.

5.

Animals being sold as purebred must have documentation proving the animal's lineage.

6.

Out of state vendors may be subject to further review.

7.

Proof of origin for all animals is required. Applicants suspected of being or using unlicensed animal brokers will not be issued a permit. Animals originating from areas other than the state of Texas may be subject to further review.

8.

The permit applicant must identify all animal breeders associated with the pet shop, and the animal control officer may require reasonable documentation concerning licensing, regulatory compliance, prior charges for violation of laws or regulations relating to the care or sale of animals, and pending claims concerning the same before a permit will be issued. No animals from unapproved sources may be sold in a pet shop.

(Ord. No. 2017-06 , § 2, 7-11-2017)