Columbus |
City Code |
Title IX. GENERAL REGULATIONS |
Chapter 90. ANIMALS |
MINIMUM STANDARDS OF SANITATION, CARE AND ADEQUATE HOUSING REQUIRED IN PET SHOPS |
§ 90.084. FEEDING.
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- (A) Animals shall be fed at least once each day, less or more often if required to provide adequate veterinary care. The food shall be free from contamination, wholesome, palatable and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition, size and species of animal.(B) Food receptacles shall be accessible to all animals and shall be located so as to minimize contamination by excreta. Feeding pans shall be durable and kept clean. The food receptacles shall be sanitized daily. Disposable food receptacles may be used but must be discarded after each feeding. Self- feeders may be used for the feeding of dry food, and they shall be sanitized regularly to prevent molding, deterioration or caking of feed.(‘63 Code, § 6-2-36(D)) (Ord. 98-24, passed 7-6-98) Penalty, see § 90.999