A. 
Any owner or keeper of four or more dogs, six months of age or older, or of a premises maintained for the boarding, day care, or in-residence training of dogs, shall obtain a commercial kennel license.
B. 
In addition to meeting all of the requirements of MGL c. 140, §§ 137A to 137C, applications for a new commercial kennel license shall be submitted to the Town Clerk's office, on a form provided by the Town Clerk, along with two copies of interior and exterior plans of the kennel, as well as a plot plan.
C. 
No new kennel license will be issued until proof is submitted by the applicant that the location and operation of the kennel are in compliance with the Town of Raynham's zoning and land use regulations.
D. 
New applicants must notify all direct property abutters in writing of the applicant's intent to operate a commercial kennel, and evidence of notification by certified mail or Constable must be submitted with the application.
E. 
No new kennel license will be issued unless the Raynham Animal Control Officer, Raynham Health Department, Raynham Building Department, Raynham Board of Selectmen, and Town Clerk review and approve the application. All kennels must be inspected by the Raynham Animal Control Officer before a kennel license can be renewed. No new or renewed kennel license will be issued until the kennel has passed a kennel inspection.
F. 
The commercial kennel license fee shall be $300. The Town Clerk shall, upon application, issue without charge a kennel license to any domestic charitable corporation incorporated exclusively for the purpose of protecting animals from cruelty, neglect or abuse and for the relief of suffering among animals. A veterinary hospital shall not be considered a kennel unless it contains an area for the selling or boarding of dogs for other than medical purposes, in which case it shall apply for a kennel license. The license period for a kennel license shall be from January 1 to December 31, inclusive.
G. 
Pursuant to MGL c. 140, § 137C, the Health Agent, Building Commissioner, Chief of Police or Animal Control Officer may at any time inspect a kennel or cause the inspection of a kennel. Said inspection may include examination of any pertinent records pertaining to this article. Refusal to comply with an inspection may be grounds for an emergency suspension or revocation. Random compliance inspections can occur on an annual basis or other time period as deemed appropriate for such facility. At the time of the inspection, or promptly thereafter, the inspecting authority will document any violations found.
H. 
If the Animal Control Officer, Animal Health Inspector, or other authorized agent, after inspection, determines that the kennel or premises that is the subject of a kennel license is not kept in a sanitary or humane condition, or if records are not kept as required by law, the Selectmen may, by order after hearing, revoke or suspend such license. If a license has been revoked or suspended, the license may be reinstated after inspection and in accordance with the procedure set forth below in § 153-16I. This article may also be enforced through appropriate criminal or civil process under Massachusetts General Laws.
I. 
Upon written petition of 25 Raynham residents, filed with the Selectmen, setting forth that they are aggrieved or annoyed to an unreasonable extent by one or more dogs at the kennel because of excessive barking or vicious disposition of said dogs, or other conditions connected with such kennel constituting a public nuisance, said Selectmen, within seven days after the filing of such a petition, shall give notice to the owner or keeper of the kennel, the petitioner(s), and any other person the Selectmen determine should be given notice of a public hearing to be held within 14 days after the date of such notice. Said notice shall also be posted on a Town bulletin board.
J. 
Within seven days after such public hearing, said Selectmen shall make an order either revoking or suspending such kennel license, or otherwise regulating said kennel or premises, or dismissing said petition.
K. 
The holder of such license or other person who is the subject of an order under § 153-16J may petition the District Court for relief in accordance with MGL c. 140, § 137C.
A. 
Housing facilities for dogs shall be maintained in good repair and in a sanitary condition in such as manner as to protect the dogs from injury or disease, to contain the dogs, and to restrict the entrance of other animals, and the location, construction, arrangement and operation of commercial kennels shall not constitute a nuisance.
B. 
Reliable and adequate utilities are required (i.e., electric power, natural gas, oil, water, and sewer/septic). Adequate potable water shall be provided.
C. 
Supplies of food and bedding shall be stored in facilities which adequately protect such supplies against infestation or contamination by vermin or other contaminant. Refrigeration shall be provided for supplies of perishable food or medication.
D. 
Provision shall be made for the removal and disposal of dog and food wastes, bedding, and other debris. Waste facilities shall be provided and operated as to control vermin infestation, odors and disease hazards.
E. 
Facilities, such as washrooms, basins or sinks, shall be provided in the kennel to maintain cleanliness among dog caretakers; hot and cold running water, soap, and towels shall be provided. Toilet facilities shall be provided in the kennel or nearby on the premises and shall be kept clean, sanitary, and in good repair.
F. 
Premises shall be kept clean, sanitary and in good repair in order to protect the dogs from injury or disease. Premises shall remain free of accumulations of trash, feces, and the overgrowth of vegetation up to the property line or within 20 feet of the facility. Insects, parasites, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled effectively.
G. 
All commercial kennels shall have an appropriately stocked animal first aid kit that will be always available and easily accessible.
H. 
All commercial kennels shall post Red Cross or similar animal CPR guidance in a conspicuous spot within the kennel.
I. 
All commercial kennels shall only administer medication to animals if it is in the original veterinary prescribed bottle or container.
J. 
All commercial kennels shall have an on-call veterinarian on file that they may consult with for medical advice.
K. 
Commercial kennels that offer grooming shall keep boarded dogs and groomed dogs separate at all times, unless proof of rabies vaccination is available. No dog shall be groomed that is not current on rabies vaccination.
A. 
Indoor dog facilities shall be provided for all pet shops, shelters and kennels in order to protect the dogs from adverse weather condition.
B. 
Indoor housing facilities for dogs shall be sufficiently heated when necessary to protect the dogs from cold and to provide for their health and comfort. "Adequate heat" shall mean enough heat necessary to prevent physical damage to a dog from hypothermia. The dogs' age, physical condition and hair coat shall be taken into consideration. The temperature at the height level of the dogs shall not be allowed to fall below 55° F. in any indoor primary enclosures where dogs are housed.
C. 
Indoor housing facilities for dogs shall be adequately ventilated to provide for the health and comfort of the animals at all times. Such facilities shall be provided with fresh air either by means of windows, doors, vents, or air conditioning and shall be ventilated so as to minimize drafts, odors and moisture condensation. Auxiliary ventilation, such as exhaust fans and vents or air conditioning, shall be provided when the ambient temperature is 80° F. or higher.
D. 
Indoor housing facilities for animals shall have ample light, by natural or artificial means, or both, of good quality and well-distributed. Such lighting shall provide uniformly distributed illumination or sufficient light intensity to permit routine inspection and cleaning during the entire working period.
E. 
Primary enclosures shall be so placed as to protect the animals from excessive sunlight.
F. 
The interior building surfaces of indoor housing facilities at commercial kennels shall be constructed and maintained so that they are impervious to moisture and may be readily cleaned and sanitized.
G. 
Commercial kennels shall have a suitable method to eliminate excess wash water from indoor housing facilities. Drains, when used, shall be properly constructed and kept in good repair to avoid foul odors and backup. Facilities which are not connected to a municipal sewerage system shall have a system for the disposal of dog excrement that meets all applicable state and local standards.
H. 
Commercial kennels shall have personnel on site at all times when dogs are present, unless adequate security measures are available to ensure the safety of the animals present, such as a security/fire protection system or live video.
I. 
Commercial kennels shall have one person on site at all times during normal business hours that is trained in Red Cross or similar dog CPR and first aid.
A. 
When sunlight is likely to cause overheating or discomfort, sufficient shade shall be provided to allow dogs kept outdoors to protect themselves from the direct rays of the sun.
B. 
Whenever dogs are kept outdoors, they shall be provided with access to shelter to allow them to remain dry during rain, snow, or other adverse weather condition.
C. 
A suitable method shall be provided to drain surface water rapidly.
D. 
Surfaces of outdoor enclosures of pet shops, shelters and kennels shall be constructed and maintained so that they are impervious to moisture and may be readily cleaned and sanitized; runoff from outdoor enclosures shall be disposed of in accordance with all applicable regulations.
E. 
Outdoor facilities shall be adequately secured to protect the dogs from predators, as well as to contain the dogs.
F. 
All commercial kennels shall post the signs/symptoms of heat stroke and hypothermia in dogs within outdoor and indoor play areas.
G. 
Clean water shall be supplied at all times at outdoor kennels.
A. 
Primary enclosures shall be structurally sound and maintained in good repair so as to contain the dogs; protect dogs from injury; keep predators out; enable dogs to remain dry and clean; permit dogs convenient access to food and water as required in these rules; provide sufficient space for each dog to turn about freely and to stand, sit and lie in a comfortable normal position; and have no sharp points or edges accessible to the dogs that could cause injury.
B. 
Animals housed in the same enclosure shall be maintained in compatible groups.
C. 
Sexually intact males and females shall not be housed in the same enclosure, except for breeding purposes requested by the owner in writing.
D. 
Any dog exhibiting a vicious or aggressive disposition shall be housed individually in a primary enclosure.
E. 
Immature dogs shall not be housed in the same primary enclosure with adults other than their mother.
F. 
Animals of different species shall not be housed in the same primary enclosures.
G. 
Dogs shall not be placed in empty primary enclosures previously inhabited by other animals unless the enclosure has first been cleaned and disinfected.
H. 
Animals showing signs of contagious illness shall be removed from rooms and enclosures containing healthy animals and housed in a separate isolation room.
I. 
The floors of primary enclosures shall be constructed so as to protect the dogs' feet and legs from injury. Enclosures may have grid-type flooring, provided that the grid material is of adequate gauge to prevent sagging under the weight of the dog and that the mesh is small enough to prevent their feet from passing through or to cause cutting injuries to foot pads.
J. 
Dogs confined in a primary enclosure shall be exercised in runs or walked on a leash at least three times a day, totaling 60 minutes of exercise.
K. 
Dogs shall not be tied to fences or cages in lieu of being housed in primary enclosures.
A. 
Dogs being boarded overnight shall be fed at least once each day except as otherwise might be required to provide adequate care. Food from the previous day shall be discarded and fresh food supplied daily except when self-feeders are used.
B. 
The food shall be free from contamination, wholesome, palatable, and of sufficient quantity and nutritional value to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the dogs.
C. 
Immature dogs shall be fed in accordance with generally accepted procedures; those animals less than three months of age shall be fed three times daily; those three to six months of age shall be fed twice daily.
D. 
Containers of food shall be accessible to animals and shall be located so as to minimize contamination by excreta or other contaminants and sources of filth.
E. 
Feeding pans shall be durable, cleaned and sanitized daily.
F. 
Disposable food receptacles may be used but must be discarded after each feeding.
G. 
Self-feeders may be used for the feeding of dry food, and they shall be cleaned regularly to prevent molding, deterioration or caking of feed.
H. 
Potable water must be accessible to dogs at all times unless contraindicated by a written veterinarian order. Receptacles for such purposes shall be cleaned daily.
A. 
Primary enclosures for animals shall be physically cleaned often enough to prevent an accumulation of debris, excretions, and agents that may cause injury to animals or humans.
B. 
Cages, floors, and hard-surfaced pens or runs shall be sanitized at least once per day by washing them with hot water (180° F.) and soap or detergent as in a mechanical cage washer, or by washing all soiled surfaces with a detergent solution followed by a safe and effective disinfectant.
C. 
Premises shall be kept clean, sanitary, and in good repair in order to protect the animals from injury and disease, to facilitate the prescribed sanitary practices as set forth in these rules, and to prevent nuisances.
D. 
An effective program for the control of insects, parasites, rodents, and other pests shall be established and maintained.
E. 
Excretions shall be removed from the primary enclosures as often as necessary to prevent contamination of the dogs contained therein and to control disease hazards and odors. When cleaning, any dog contained therein shall be removed from such enclosures during the cleaning process, and adequate measures shall be taken to protect the dogs in other such enclosures from being contaminated with water and other wastes.
A. 
Each animal shall be observed daily for signs of communicable disease or stress. Sick, diseased, injured or lame dogs shall be provided with at least prompt, basic veterinary care (that is, to alleviate pain and suffering), unless such action is inconsistent with the purposes for which the dog was obtained and is being held.
B. 
Any dog under confinement for, or with signs of, a communicable disease shall be separated from other healthy animals and placed in an isolation area in order to minimize dissemination of such disease. Caretakers shall wash their hands after handling these dogs and follow procedures which control the dissemination of disease.
C. 
Cleaning utensils for the isolation area shall be separate from those used for cleaning the general animal population area; such utensils shall be washed separately from, or after, those used for the general population.
D. 
All dogs within the kennel shall have current vaccinations for rabies, distemper and Bordetella.
E. 
If, in the opinion of the Raynham Animal Control Officer or the Health Director, additional vaccinations are necessary due to animal or public health concerns, additional vaccinations may be required. If additional vaccinations are required, license holders will be notified in writing by the Animal Control Officer or Health Agent.
A. 
There shall be kept at each kennel or private shelter a record of all dogs received. Such record shall state the date each animal was received, a description of the animal, the breed, age and sex of the animal, the name, address, and contact information for the owner of the animal or for the person from whom the animal was acquired, and vaccination records for each animal being kept in the kennel showing that they are current on all vaccinations per § 153-23D. These records shall be kept for two years and shall be readily available for inspection by the Animal Control Officer or other authorized person.
B. 
All commercial kennels shall maintain a list of all dogs' medical conditions, as well as medications.
C. 
Each commercial kennel or private shelter shall have an adequate written emergency plan for the emergency medical treatment of its dogs, as well as in the case of a natural disaster. The kennel shall maintain proof that all employees have read, understood, and know the whereabouts of this document.
D. 
A licensee shall promptly notify the licensing agency of any change in his or her name and address or any change in operations which may affect his or her status.
E. 
Any incident involving dog bites or any injuries requiring veterinarian care to a dog shall be reported to the Raynham Animal Control Officer within four hours of the incident.
F. 
Any dog found deceased at a kennel must be reported to the Raynham Animal Control Officer or Raynham Police Department immediately after the dog is found.
G. 
Any kennel that boards dogs trained in personal protection, guard dogs, military dogs, police K9s, or dogs that have previously been deemed dangerous by any city/town within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts must notify Raynham Animal Control, the Raynham Police Department, and the Raynham Fire Department that such dogs will be boarded on the property. The licensee must provide their emergency contact information to the above-listed departments and the dogs must be kenneled, labelled, and handled in accordance with any applicable Massachusetts General Laws.
Violation of any provision of §§ 153-16 through 153-24 may result in the following fines and/or suspension or revocation of the kennel license:
A. 
Any person that is found to be maintaining or operating a commercial kennel without a commercial kennel license shall be subject to a fine of $100 for the first offense and $300 for the second and subsequent offenses, in accordance with MGL c. 140, § 137A.
B. 
Any person maintaining or operating a kennel with a current kennel license that violates the provisions of §§ 153-16 through 153-24 shall be subject to a written warning for the first offense and for each subsequent offense shall be subject to payment of a fine of $75.
C. 
Any person that operates a commercial kennel after the license has been so revoked, or while such license is so suspended, may be punished by a fine of $100 for the first offense and $300 for the second and subsequent offenses, in accordance with MGL c. 140, § 137C.
D. 
Each day the violation exists shall be deemed a separate offense. This article may be enforced through any means available in law or in equity, including a noncriminal disposition in accordance with MGL c. 40, § 21D.