205 CMR 12.04 - Kennel Crates
(1) Kennel crates
shall be of sound construction and maintained in good repair to protect the
greyhounds from injury.
(2)
Construction materials and maintenance shall allow the greyhounds to be kept
clean and dry. Floors shall be semi-impervious to urine and other
moisture.
(3) Crates shall be on
working casters, so as to allow for the movement of the crates in order to
facilitate the cleaning underneath and behind them.
(4) The shape and size of the enclosure shall
afford ample space for the greyhounds to comfortably turn around, stand erect,
sit or lie down without obstruction, interference, or impediment by the
presence of food and water bowls. Minimum dimensions shall be 32 inches wide,
42 inches deep and 34 inches high.
(5) No more than one greyhound shall be
contained in each crate.
(6)
Greyhounds shall be removed from their crates at least five times in a 24-hour
period. Each release time shall be sufficient to relieve bodily functions and
provide adequate exercise for the greyhounds to remain fit and
healthy.
(7) Crates shall be
sanitized at least daily and more frequently as is necessary in order to
maintain a sanitary living environment for the greyhounds.
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