Spay/Neuter
Coral Springs, Florida
Sec. 4-28. – Retail sale of dogs and cats.
(1) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply:
Hobby breeder means any person or entity that causes or allows the breeding or studding of a dog or cat resulting in no more than a total of one (1) litter per calendar year whether or not the animals in such litter are offered for sale or other transfer.
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(5) Hobby breeders must meet the following requirements:
(a) Keep records for a period of at least three (3) years of (i) the birth of each litter of dogs and cats and (ii) veterinary records of rabies vaccinations, all other inoculations, and any medical condition(s) of each dog and cat. These records shall be made available for review by the city upon request.
(b) Ensure that dogs and cats are provided: clean, sanitary, safe and humane conditions; sufficient quantities of appropriate food daily; proper air ventilation and circulation; adequate quantities of visible, clean and fresh water available at all times; and medical attention or necessary veterinary care when the dog or cat is diseased or injured.