This Part 3 of Chapter 8.20 applies to every business establishment that uses a dog or dogs to work without supervision to deter and protect the business from unauthorized persons entering said business other than sentry dog companies having dogs registered pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 25980.
(Ord. 91-29, 8/13/1991)
Prior to the registration of a dog, subject to this Part 3, the department shall inspect the business establishment premises so as to assure the adequate housing and care of the dog. An initial inspection fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) shall be charged to the business, and an annual inspection shall thereafter be required at a rate of twenty-five dollars ($25.00).
(Ord. 91-29, 8/13/1991)
The registration of dogs subject to this Part 3 shall include the following information:
A. 
The name and telephone number of both the business establishment and the dog's responsible owner or handler;
B. 
The name of the dog;
C. 
The license identification number of the dog;
D. 
The time at which the owner or handler shall inspect the dog's physical condition, its surroundings, and to assure its food and water supply are adequate said inspection shall be twice in any twenty-four (24) hour period, with each inspection no more than fifteen (15) hours from the previous inspection.
(Ord. 91-29, 8/13/1991)
Clear and legible signs shall be posted at each of the entrances to the business establishment having dogs registered pursuant to this Part 3, which shall state that the dog is registered with the Department of Animal Care and Control and the location and telephone number of the nearest animal shelter.
(Ord. 91-29, 8/13/1991)