16 Tex. Admin. Code § 309.312

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 48, November 29, 2024

Section 309.312 - Turnout Pens

(a) Each kennel building must have at least three turnout pens. Each pen must:

(1) be free of any obstructions;

(2) measure at least 20 feet by 40 feet;

(3) have gates that connect to the other pens;

(4) have at least a 15 foot overhang from the building;

(5) have at least two halogen lights of 300 watts each located at each end;

(6) be surrounded by a fence at least six feet high, of which the lower 32 inches is constructed of cinder block or a comparable material and the remaining portion is constructed of chain link;

(7) have a gate adequate to accommodate a vehicle to remove the sand and deposit new sand;

(8) have adequate water faucets;

(9) have an adequate drainage system; and

(10) have sand or a comparable material of a depth adequate to be maintained in a sanitary state.

(b) The sand and drainage system are subject to periodic inspection by the commission veterinarian.

16 Tex. Admin. Code § 309.312

The provisions of this §309.312 adopted to be effective October 21, 1999, 24 TexReg 8971; amended to be effective December 7, 2008, 33 TexReg 10003