Nye County Animal Control
S. C. Permit Registration
1510 Siri Lane, Suite # 2
Pahrump, Nevada 89060
(775) 751-6315
FAX (775) 751-4280
Revised: 5/14
Permit Registration
Nye County Animal Control
1510 Siri Lane, Suite # 2
Pahrump, Nevada 89060
Phone: (775) 751-6315
Type:
Kennel
Special Conditions
Breeder
Pet Fancier
Please PRINT all information except for your signature. Incomplete or illegible applications
will be returned.
1. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
Last Name: ___________________ First ____________________
Name of Facility: ______________________________
Applicant Address _____________________________
Facility Address: ______________________________
Applicant Phone Number: _______________________
Facility Phone Number: _________________________
Emergency Phone Number: ______________________
Email Address: ________________________________
How long facility at current address: _____________
Licenses: Business Yes
No
, USDA Yes
No
#’s ______________________
Name of current attending veterinarian: ________________________
In the past 5 years, have you been convicted of any animal abuse or cruelty? Yes ____ No ____
If YES, explain where/date/convicted of.: _____________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
ANIMAL INFORMATION:
I presently possess the following animals:
Breed
Age
Sex
Altered
License #
Rabies #
Microchip
Use separate sheet if needed.
I, the undersigned, in signing this application, state that the forgoing information being
provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Signature of Applicant
Date
FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY:
Date Received: _______________________________________________
Date Inspected: ___________ Inspector: __________________________
Date Approved: _______________________________________________
Date Returned for Additional Information: __________________________
Reason for Return______________________________________________
Department Representative:______________________________________
NYE COUNTY CODE
6.30.030: OWNERSHIP AND POSSESSION OF SPECIAL CONDITIONS ANIMALS:
A. It is unlawful for any person, corporation, partnership, or other legal entity to import,
transfer, sell, purchase, or possess an animal classified as special conditions within
Nye County unless that person, corporation, partnership, or other legal entity holds a
permit or is exempt from holding a permit under this chapter and under the provisions
of Nevada Revised Statutes 571 and 503 and Nevada administrative code 441A, 503,
and 504.
B. It is unlawful for any person, corporation, partnership, or other legal entity who holds
a special conditions animal permit to sell, transfer, deliver or give an animal classified
as special conditions to any other person, corporation, partnership, or other legal
entity within Nye County unless the other person, corporation, partnership, or other
legal entity also holds a permit or is exempt from holding a permit under this chapter
and under the provisions of Nevada Revised Statutes 571 and 503 and Nevada
administrative code 441A, 503, and 504. (Ord. 430, 2012)
NYE COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL
1510 Siri Lane, Suite # 2
Pahrump, Nevada 89060
Phone: (775) 751-6315
Special Condition Animal Inspection Guidelines
Facilities— All facilities must be surrounded by a perimeter fence (secondary) barrier of
at least (8) feet in height and a minimum or (4) feet from the cage holding the animal(s),
or such other fencing, building, or other protection of the enclosure where the animal(s) is
kept sufficient to prevent unauthorized public entry or direct physical contact between the
animal(s) and the public.
Ventilation— All indoor enclosures and caging provided for animals must provide
adequate ventilation at all times to maintain the health and comfort of the animal(s). A
system of ventilation must provide fresh air by means of windows, doors, vents or air
conditioning, and be designed to minimize drafts. If ambient temperature reaches 85
degrees Fahrenheit or greater, air conditioning, evaporative cooling, exhaust fans and
vents must be provided.
Lighting— Facilities must be lit well enough to allow safe and easy access for feeding,
cleaning, and complete inspection.
Interior Surfaces— The interior of a facility must be substantially impervious to
moisture, i.e. cement or other sealable surface, and be able to be easily cleaned and
sanitized.
Primary Enclosures— Animals must be housed in structurally sound enclosures that are
in good repair and meet APHIS’ minimum space requirements. The floors must protect
the animals from injury. The cages must be dry and clean and allow animals easy access
to food and water.
Sanitation— Animal waste must be removed and disposed of regularly and as necessary.
Primary cages or enclosures should be sanitized at least once every 2 weeks. Facilities
must not allow trash to accumulate.
Pest Control— Facility managers must have an effective program to control insects,
ectoparasites, and avian and mammalian pests.
Feeding and Watering— Animals must be provided with nutritious, palatable food that
is free from contamination, properly stored, and served in a clean receptacle. Potable
water must be made available twice daily for 1 hour if it is not available all the time.
Outdoor Shelter— All outdoor cages shall provide adequate shelter from inclement
weather conditions, shade from the sun and provide for the protection and health of the
animals held within.
Compatibility— Female animals in heat must be separated from male animals except for
breeding purposes. Animals with vicious dispositions should be housed apart from other
animals. All nursing young should be separated from adult animals other than their
mothers. Different species of animals should not be housed together unless compatible.
Recordkeeping— Facility managers must maintain accurate and complete records of the
sources of all animals that come into their possession. Managers also are required to keep
records of the dates of acquisition and disposition and to properly identify the animals on
the premises. These records must be made available for inspection whenever necessary.
Adequate Veterinary Care— Programs of disease control and prevention, euthanasia,
and veterinary care must be established and maintained under the supervision and
assistance of a veterinarian. A caretaker also must observe the animals daily.
Handling— Every Special Condition animal owner/facility manager must: (a) be at least
18 years of age, (b) have at least two (2) years experience in the care and handling of the
animal family for which he possess, (c) a plan for the quick and safe recapture of the
animal(s), or if recapture is not possible, for the destruction of any animal that should
escape, (d) a plan for the emergency evacuation of the facility holding the exotic
animal(s) if the need arises.
Escape and Liability for Escape— Owner/facility manager (a) shall immediately notify
Animal Control of any escape of an exotic animal, (b) shall be liable for any costs
incurred resulting from the escape of an exotic animal, (c) Neither the County, Animal
Control, nor any agency, officer, official employee or agent thereof shall be liable for any
exotic animal that expires, or is injured or destroyed during recapture: nor is liable for
any damage or injury caused by said animal.
Signage— All locations housing animals falling under these conditions must have readily
readable signage posted, containing Emergency Contact numbers for persons who can be
immediately contacted to respond to the location in the event of an emergency situation.
Transportation— Exotic animal owners/facility managers are required to provide
animals with adequate space, ventilation, and shipping containers during transportation.
Most animals transported must be weaned and at least 8 weeks old and cannot be housed
in transport enclosures for a period of time not to exceed 48 hours.
Inspection Procedures
Upon arrival at a facility, the owner / manager must give the Animal Control officer full
access to all areas where regulated animals are kept. The owner / manager must supply
the Animal Control officer with an inventory pertaining to all of the animals that are
housed at the facility. This list of animals needs to be updated with Animal Control if
changes occur immediately via phone / fax / e-mail. This list needs to include type of
animal, age, any special circumstances, attending veterinary, name, identification
markings and any necessary comments. All animals regulated under all Federal, State and
Local regulations / laws / codes must be shown to the inspector, who may examine any
animals that appear to be in poor health. The Animal Control officer also observes how
their caretakers handle the animals. Dealers, exhibitors, breeders, caretakers, or
researchers who interfere with the Animal Control officers duties are in violation of the
Nye County Code.
Generally the owner or manager of a facility accompanies the Animal Control officer
during inspection. If the officer observes that the facility is not in full compliance with
the Federal / State / Local requirements, he or she will explain to the owner or manager
all deficiencies noted during the inspection. The officer will then give the owner a
deadline for correcting these deficiencies. The owner or manager and the officer both
sign the completed compliance inspection form.
If deficiencies are noted, the officer will return to re-inspect the facility. If a facility has
not corrected the deficiencies during the given timeframe, all uncorrected problems are
carefully documented for possible legal action. The officer will return to facilities that
have problems as needed to encourage compliance with the Federal / State / Local
regulations. When a facility fails to correct deficiencies or if the health of the animals at
the facility are in jeopardy, Animal Control may issue a citation and forward the case for
prosecution..
Special Condition Inspections Guidelines 5/14