§ 14-7. Breeding of animals.

(a)

The city council deems it in the best interest of the City of Riverdale to encourage pet owners to spay and neuter their pets to control the production of unwanted animals, to encourage the adoption of available animals and to promote the health and wellbeing of Riverdale citizens and their pets.

(b)

It is unlawful and a violation of this article for a pet owner to allow by omission or commission their pet dog or cat to become pregnant without first securing a breeding permit from the Clayton County Animal Control Unit.

(c)

The regulations and fees associated with obtaining a breeding permit shall be those set by Clayton County.

(d)

A person who obtains a breeding permit from Clayton County is required to have a valid occupation tax permit from the City of Riverdale, pursuant to chapter 68 of the City Code.

(e)

The breeder must comply with all state laws regulating animal breeding.

(f)

Other than an animal establishment, humane society, commercial kennel, animal shelter or licensed animal breeder, it shall be unlawful for any person or entity to have for sale within the city any dog, puppy, cat or kitten without first having obtained the breeding permit from the Clayton County Animal Control Unit.

(Ord. No. 20-2010, § 1(Exh. A), 12-28-10)