Wayzata, Minnesota

702.01 – Definitions.

For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.

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E. “Kennel.” A premises where three or more dogs over six months of age are kept or where the business of raising, selling, boarding, breeding, showing, treating or grooming dogs is conducted, except that this term does not include animal hospitals.

702.36 – Kennels.

B. A kennel license shall be issued on an annual basis and shall be made for the whole or unexpired portion of the year ending on December 31 next following the effective date of the license.

C. The kennel license fees shall be established by the City Council.

D. If the license is obtained after a dog or dogs from the kennels have been impounded then there shall be a penalty fee added to the regular license fee equal to the regular license amount. This fee shall be paid in addition to any dog licensing, impounding or boarding fees which shall be required prior to release of the dog.

E. No kennel license or renewal shall be issued except upon action of the City Council following review of the kennel license application by the Chief of Police. As a condition of obtaining and holding a kennel license, all kennel license holders must comply with the relevant portions of Section 702.43-702.45 of this Chapter.

F. Persons granted a kennel license shall be issued a certificate which must be conspicuously displayed at the kennel location. Failure to display the certificate shall constitute prima facie evidence that the license has not been secured.

702.43 – Animal Quarters, Dog Kennels.

This Section shall apply to all kennels, and kennel owners shall be responsible for complying with this Section.

A. Housing facilities shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair. Indoor housing facilities shall be adequately ventilated and have ample light, either natural or artificial.

B. Dogs kept outside shall be provided with access to shelter to protect them from the sun, rain and snow together with adequate bedding when temperature falls below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

C. If dogs are confined by chains, the chains shall be so attached that they cannot become entangled with the chains of other dogs or any other objects. Chains shall be of a size commonly used for the size of dogs involved and shall be attached to the dog by means of a well-fitted collar. The chains shall be at least three times the length of the dog as measured from the tip of his nose to the base of his or her tail.

D. Enclosure shall be of sufficient size to allow each dog to turn around fully and to stand, sit and lie in a comfortable normal position. The floors of the enclosure shall be constructed so as to prevent injury to the dog’s legs and feet.

E. The temperature for indoor housing facilities shall not be allowed to fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for dogs not accustomed to lower temperatures.

F. Disposal facilities shall be provided to minimize vermin, infestation, odors and disease hazards.

G. Adequate storage and refrigeration shall be provided to protect food supplies against contamination and deterioration.

H. The premises, cages, enclosures and all housing facilities shall be clean and disinfected as often as is necessary to maintain clean and sanitary conditions at all times.

702.44 – Care, Treatment of Dogs in Kennels.

A. Dogs shall be fed at least once a day, with clean wholesome food, sufficient to meet the normal nutritional requirements for dog’s age, size and condition.

B. Clean potable water shall be made available to all dogs at least twice daily for periods of not less than one hour.

C. All feeding and water receptacles shall be kept clean and sanitary at all times.

D. Dogs housed in the same primary enclosure shall be maintained in compatible groups. Puppies shall not be housed in the same primary enclosure with adult dogs, other than their mothers.

E. Any dog exhibiting a vicious disposition shall be housed separately.

F. Females in season shall not be confined in the same enclosure with males, except for breeding purposes.

G. Dogs affected with any clinical evidence of infectious, contagious or communicable disease shall be separated from other dogs in such a manner as to minimize the chance of further infection by other dogs.

702.45 – Authorization of Inspection.

A. Periodic inspection will be made by the Animal Control Officer of all kennels licensed under these regulations, in addition to the inspection required prior to obtaining a license or permit.

B. The Animal Control Officer may enter upon the premises of any dog kennel licensed hereunder during normal business hours for the purpose of inspection for compliance with the provision of the law and this regulation. Any violation of these regulations not corrected within ten days after notice will be grounds for revocation of license.