Cattery
ame household may share a unit of adequate size with the written consent of the cats’ owner. In new construction each unit must have a sleeping area and an adjoining exercise area, which is exclusive to that unit. 3.2.2. In new construction each unit must be provided with a sleeping area of at least 0.85 sq m (9 sq ft) for one cat, 1.5 sq m (16 sq ft) for two cats, 1.85 sq m (20 sq ft) for up to four cats. Units may be designated as suitable for a specific number of cats, greater than 4, at the discretion of the local authority. Suitably sited litter trays, which are easy to clean and impermeable, must be provided at all times. These must be emptied and cleansed at least once a day and as necessary at any time during the day if found to be unduly soiled. A suitable material for litter must be provided. Each unit must be thoroughly cleansed, disinfected and dried upon vacation. All fittings and bedding must also be thoroughly cleansed and disinfected at that time. Heating facilities must be available in the unit and used according to the requirements of the individual cat. 4.2.2. There must be some part of the sleeping area where the cat is able to enjoy a temperature of at least 10 C (50 F). All cats must be adequately supplied with suitable food. At least two meals a day must be offered at approximately 8 hours apart. Wholesome water must be available at all times and changed daily. Proof must be provided that cats boarded or resident have current vaccinations against Infectious Feline Enteritis, feline respiratory disease and other relevant diseases. The course of vaccination must have been completed at least four weeks before the first date of boarding Suitably sited litter trays, which are easy to clean and impermeable, must be provided at all times. These must be emptied and cleansed at least once a day and as necessary at any time during the day if found to be unduly soiled. A suitable material for litter must be provided. Each occupied unit must be cleansed daily. All excreta and soiled material must be removed from all areas used by cats at least daily and more often if necessary. 4.3.3. All bedding areas must be kept clean and dry. In new construction each unit must be provided with an exercise area of at least 1.7 sq m (18 sq ft) for a single cat; 2.23 sq m (24 sq ft) for two cats; 30 sq ft for up to 4 cats. |
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