§ 14-49. Dogs and cats transported into county for sale or gift; sale of animals at outdoor markets.

(a)

Each dog or cat transported into the county for sale and each dog or cat offered in the county for sale or gift shall be subject to the provisions of F.S. § 828.29, or its successor, which is hereby adopted and incorporated herein by reference.

(b)

County-operated or city-operated animal control agencies and registered, nonprofit humane organizations shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.

(c)

The sale, transfer or display of all live animals at flea markets or related outdoor markets shall be subject to the following restrictions and/or limitations:

(1)

A permit will be obtained by the vendor from the animal control board through the animal control authority, upon presentation of a valid county occupational license, prior to any sale, transfer or display.

(2)

All animals must be displayed in crates which meet current minimum United States Department of Agriculture requirements regarding crating of live animals. There shall be no more than two animals per crate.

(3)

Crates will allow for a free flow of air. The crates shall be displayed in such a manner that access to the animals is controlled by the vendor.

(4)

A source of heat and mechanical ventilation shall be available at the site for use as necessary.

(5)

All animals must be kept in a clean and sanitary environment.

(6)

All animals must be located under a permanent roofed structure and be in a shaded area.

(7)

All animals shall be provided with adequate water and food which is available to them at all times.

(8)

The owner or manager of the flea market or related outdoor market shall inspect the site of all animal vendors on a daily basis and shall report any violations that he or she is aware of to the appropriate agencies.

(9)

A valid health certificate shall accompany the sale or transfer of all animals.

(d)

Any person found in violation of this section is subject to the penalties prescribed in section 14-32.

(Ord. No. 91-33, § XVII, 10-10-91; Ord. No. 93-25, § XVII, 11-4-93; Ord. No. 94-15, § X, 9-18-94)