§ 4-179. Records.

(a)

Kennels, grooming and pet shops shall keep a record book in which an entry shall be made immediately of every animal received, purchased, sold, boarded, or kept on the premises, showing origin, to whom the animal was sold or for whom the animal was boarded and kept, together with an accurate description, including the age, sex and breed, where applicable.

(b)

All required records shall be legibly written in English and the book containing such records shall be available for inspection by the health officer or their designated representative. All such records shall be kept for two years.

(c)

Veterinary clinics and hospitals shall keep a record book or record card for each animal admitted, with an accurate description of the animal, treatment (dental medical or surgical), including diagnosis, if possible, vaccinations (including rabies), and dates of admission and discharge. Incidence of disease known or suspected to be communicable to humans shall be reported to the health officer or their designated representative. Records shall be made available for inspection by the health officer or their designated representative in accordance with the law.

( Ord. No. 2007-08 , § 14, 10-15-2007)