KENNEL STANDARDS.

Raleigh City Code § 12-3036

in effect

Sec. 12-3036. - KENNEL STANDARDS. All kennels, as defined herein, shall, in addition to the other requirements of this chapter, comply with the minimum standards of this section. Willful failure of the owner or operator to meet these standards shall be grounds for denial or revocation of a license and shall be unlawful. Standards: (a) Building temperature. Enclosures must be provided which shall allow adequate protection against weather extremes. Floors of buildings, runs and walls shall be of an impervious material to permit proper cleaning and disinfecting. Healthful building temperatures shall be maintained. (b) Cages and runs. Each animal shall have sufficient space to stand up, lie down and turn around without touching the sides or top of cages. Cages are to be of material and construction that permits cleaning and sanitizing. Cage floors of concrete, unless radiantly heated, shall have a resting board or some type of bedding. Runs shall provide an adequate exercise area and protection from the weather. Runs shall have an impervious surface. All animal quarters and runs are to be kept clean, dry and in a sanitary condition. (c) Feeding. 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 and size of the animal. (d) Watering of animals. All animals shall have fresh water available at all times. Water vessels shall be mounted or secured in a manner that prevents tipping and be of the removable type. (Code 1959, §4-19)

Source: City of Raleigh, North Carolina, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/nc/raleigh/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=DIVIICOGEOR_PT12LIRE_CH3AN_ARTDSTHOFA_S12-3036KESTFetched: 11/1/2026