wolf_Q
09-19-2003, 12:20 AM
I've really been wanting to get another siberian husky. It's not likely to happen of course. But the main thing my parents have as an argument is the city's laws:
a) No person shall harbor or possess more than two (2) dogs and two (2) cats, six (6) months of age or older without purchasing a kennel license.
I think the 2 dog limit is completely ridiculous. :mad: I can't really do much, as I'm already over that limit. I actually called and talked to the animal control officer....I told him that 1 dog that is unneutered and allowed to roam and bark is 50 times more trouble then the dogs of those who keep them trained and in their house/yard. He agreed with me, but just said the law is the law basically. I, personally, think that they could have 2 dogs be the limit, UNLESS you were able to get permission and/or pay a fee for extra dogs and were a responsible owner...something like that.
I really do like this city, and I'd like to continue living here but I can't with the crappy 2 dog limit...as whenever I get on my own I'm certain to have at least 3.
What is your city's laws about dog ownership?
I found this about the Kennel License...I have a large dog run that is covered, kept clean, there's food/water, as well as having a brick flooring. I don't know if it would count though. Not to mention it wouldn't be used for breeding/boarding or anything like that.
6.28.010. Definition.
As used in this title, the word "kennel" means a premises where more than two adult dogs or two cats are raised, kept, housed, or boarded. No person shall operate or maintain a kennel without first obtaining a conditional use permit from the planning commission; after approval of the permit, a kennel license must be obtained from the animal control officer.
6.28.020. Kennel license--Fee.
The annual fee for the license shall be twenty-five dollars ($25.00), due and payable by the last day of February of each year. Said fee is in addition to the fee charged for the issuance of a conditional use permit.
6.28.030. Conditional use permit--Minimum standards.
The following minimum standards shall be complied with to obtain and maintain a conditional use permit to operate a kennel:
A. Enclosures must be provided which shall allow adequate protection against weather extremes. Floors of buildings, runs and walls shall be of an appropriate material as required by the specific breed of dog or cat and also to permit proper cleaning and disinfecting.
B. Adequate ventilation shall be maintained and an appropriate temperature provided as required by the specific breed of dog or cat housed therein.
C. Each animal shall have sufficient space to stand up, lie down and turn around without touching the sides or tops of cages.
D. Runs shall provide an adequate exercise area and protection from the weather.
E. All animal quarters and runs are to be kept clean, dry and in a sanitary condition. The food shall be free of contamination palatable and of sufficient nutritive value as to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the animal.
F. Fresh water is to be available at all times. Water vessels shall be mounted or secured in a manner that prevents tipping and be of the removable type.
G. No kennel shall be located on the subject property in such a manner as to be a source of noise, odor or other nuisance to neighboring property owners.
a) No person shall harbor or possess more than two (2) dogs and two (2) cats, six (6) months of age or older without purchasing a kennel license.
I think the 2 dog limit is completely ridiculous. :mad: I can't really do much, as I'm already over that limit. I actually called and talked to the animal control officer....I told him that 1 dog that is unneutered and allowed to roam and bark is 50 times more trouble then the dogs of those who keep them trained and in their house/yard. He agreed with me, but just said the law is the law basically. I, personally, think that they could have 2 dogs be the limit, UNLESS you were able to get permission and/or pay a fee for extra dogs and were a responsible owner...something like that.
I really do like this city, and I'd like to continue living here but I can't with the crappy 2 dog limit...as whenever I get on my own I'm certain to have at least 3.
What is your city's laws about dog ownership?
I found this about the Kennel License...I have a large dog run that is covered, kept clean, there's food/water, as well as having a brick flooring. I don't know if it would count though. Not to mention it wouldn't be used for breeding/boarding or anything like that.
6.28.010. Definition.
As used in this title, the word "kennel" means a premises where more than two adult dogs or two cats are raised, kept, housed, or boarded. No person shall operate or maintain a kennel without first obtaining a conditional use permit from the planning commission; after approval of the permit, a kennel license must be obtained from the animal control officer.
6.28.020. Kennel license--Fee.
The annual fee for the license shall be twenty-five dollars ($25.00), due and payable by the last day of February of each year. Said fee is in addition to the fee charged for the issuance of a conditional use permit.
6.28.030. Conditional use permit--Minimum standards.
The following minimum standards shall be complied with to obtain and maintain a conditional use permit to operate a kennel:
A. Enclosures must be provided which shall allow adequate protection against weather extremes. Floors of buildings, runs and walls shall be of an appropriate material as required by the specific breed of dog or cat and also to permit proper cleaning and disinfecting.
B. Adequate ventilation shall be maintained and an appropriate temperature provided as required by the specific breed of dog or cat housed therein.
C. Each animal shall have sufficient space to stand up, lie down and turn around without touching the sides or tops of cages.
D. Runs shall provide an adequate exercise area and protection from the weather.
E. All animal quarters and runs are to be kept clean, dry and in a sanitary condition. The food shall be free of contamination palatable and of sufficient nutritive value as to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the animal.
F. Fresh water is to be available at all times. Water vessels shall be mounted or secured in a manner that prevents tipping and be of the removable type.
G. No kennel shall be located on the subject property in such a manner as to be a source of noise, odor or other nuisance to neighboring property owners.