Nevada § 574.370 - Enclosures generally

§ 574.370. Enclosures generally

An operator shall: 1. Provide all dogs and cats with primary enclosures located indoors, except dogs

and cats that are acclimated to the outdoor environment. 2. Ensure that the interior of a housing facility for indoor primary enclosures is

constructed and maintained in such a manner as to be substantially impervious to moisture

and to facilitate regular cleaning. 3. Provide a suitable method to eliminate excessive water from the interior of a housing

facility for indoor primary enclosures. Any drains must be constructed and maintained in such a manner as to avoid foul odors.

Any closed system for drainage must be equipped with traps that prevent the release

of sewage into the housing facility. 4. Ensure that indoor primary enclosures are constructed and maintained in such a

manner as to: (a) Protect the dogs or cats inside from excessive illumination while providing an

ample amount of light, by natural or artificial means, or both, of a sufficient distribution

and intensity to allow for routine inspection and cleaning. (b) Provide a sufficient amount of heat when necessary to protect the dogs or cats

inside from cold and to maintain their health and comfort. The ambient temperature of an indoor primary enclosure in which one or more cats or

dogs are kept must not be allowed to fall below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, unless each

cat or dog is acclimated to a lower temperature. (c) Provide adequate ventilation at all times to maintain the health and comfort of

the dogs or cats inside. The system of ventilation must provide fresh air by means of windows, doors, vents

or air-conditioning, and be designed to maintain drafts, odors and the condensation

of moisture at a minimum. If the ambient temperature reaches 85 degrees Fahrenheit or greater, air-conditioning,

exhaust fans and vents, or other auxiliary ventilation must be provided.