Ord 2022-096 amending Chapter 6, Animals, of the San Marcos City Code to amend definitions, delegate authority for department to waive or reduce fees

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(11) Maintain clean animal enclosures and remove debris and fecal matter at least once every twenty-four (24) hours.Sanitizing of cat and dog enclosures shall be done once every day by washing the surfaces with water and either soap or detergent, or by the use of a pressure water system or steam cleaner all of which shall be followed by the application of a safe and effective disinfectant.The exercise and run areas having pea gravel or other non-permanent surface materials shall be thoroughly cleaned at least every twenty-four(24)hours and more frequently if necessary by removal of soiled materials and application of suitable disinfectants followed by the replacement of clean surface materials when necessary; (12) Check and treat all animals for internal and external parasites, unless documentation is provided indicating the animal has had a veterinary exam within the past thirty(30)days and is free of internal and external parasites; (13) Immunize all cats and dogs offered for sale,trade or other compensation or for free giveaway(except an animal taken to the department)against common disease in accordance with standard veterinary practices;in the case of dogs,against canine distemper,adeno-virus para influenza, parvovirus, corona virus,and leptospirosis, and in the case of cats,against feline rhinotracheitis, and panleukopenia; (14) Ensure that all cats and dogs that are being offered for sale,trade or other compensation or for free giveaway are: a. Sterilized by a licensed veterinarian; and b. Implanted with a registered microchip. (15) Post on the enclosure for each cat or dog offered for sale the name,address, and contact information from which the dog or cat was obtained in 20 point type;and (16) Isolating and not offering for sale those animals that have or are suspected of having a contagious condition.The pet store shall have one or more quarantine areas of adequate size to accommodate animals that have or are suspected of having a contagious condition.This subsection shall not apply to those animals that are effectively isolated by their primary enclosure,including, but not limited to, fish, provided that a sign is posted on the enclosure that indicates that these animals are not for sale, or otherwise marked in a manner to prevent their sale to customers during their treatment for the contagious condition.A pet shop is prohibited from bringing in new animals during a time of disease or illness outbreak. (e) The pet shop permit holder shall furnish a purchaser a written statement at the time of sale which shall include: (1) Date of sale; (2) Name,address and telephone number of purchaser and permit holder; (3) Permit number of permit holder; (4) Breed,description,approximate age and sex of cat, dog, or other animal sold(small mammals, parrot- type birds,and fish not included); (5) Medication and vaccination history, including dates administered; (6) Internal parasite medication(s)and dates)administered; (7) A guarantee of good health for a period of not less than two(2)weeks with recommendation to have the animal examined by a licensed veterinarian.The permit holder shall retain a copy of the written statement for twelve(12) months from date of sale.All purchasers of cats, dogs, and ferrets shall also be furnished with information as to the requirements of ownership of these animals within the city including requirements for rabies vaccination, litter permits, and microchipping;and Created: 2022-03-03 11:27:12 [EST] (Supp.No.34,Update 4) Page 27 of 40