Outdoor housing facilities.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 9

(a) (i) Dogs or cats that are not acclimated to the temperatures prevalent in the area or region where they are maintained; (ii) Breeds of dogs or cats that cannot tolerate the prevalent temperatures of the area without stress or discomfort (such as short-haired breeds in cold climates); and (iii) Sick, infirm, aged or young dogs or cats. (2) When their acclimation status is unknown, dogs and cats must not be kept in outdoor facilities when the ambient temperature is less than 50 °F (10 °C). (b) (1) Provide the dogs and cats with adequate protection and shelter from the cold and heat; (2) Provide the dogs and cats with protection from the direct rays of the sun and the direct effect of wind, rain, or snow; (3) Be provided with a wind break and rain break at the entrance; and (4) Contain clean, dry, bedding material if the ambient temperature is below 50 °F (10 °C). Additional clean, dry bedding is required when the temperature is 35 °F (1.7 °C) or lower. (c)

official document · source cfr-2024 · id 9:§ 3.4