[Adopted 11-9-2023 by Ord. No. 23-18]
A. 
It is unlawful for a pet shop, as defined in §§ 96-1 and 96-29, to sell or offer for sale a dog or a cat.
B. 
Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit a pet shop from providing space to an animal rescue organization or shelter, as defined therein, to publicly showcase dogs or cats available for adoption.
A. 
A pet store that violates § 96-33 shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine of $100 for a first offense per animal sold or offered to be sold, $500 for a second or subsequent offence per animal sold or offered to be sold, and any additional penalties in accordance with the Borough Code.
B. 
Each sale or offer for sale made in violation of § 96-33 shall constitute a separate violation.
C. 
In the event of a second or subsequent conviction, the court may require the establishment to cease all retail operations until such time as all animals in custody are transferred to a shelter or animal rescue organization.