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SECTION 13. ADOPTION FEES AND STERILIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DOGS AND CATS. A. The Division shall be responsible for sterilizing every dog and/or cat prior to release for adoption except for those dogs and/or cats that are a surgical risk. B. Adopted dogs and cats not initially sterilized must be sterilized by the Division or a private veterinarian within thirty (30) days from the date of adoption. Upon the written request of a licensed veterinarian, and for a valid reason, the Division shall extend the time limit within which the animal must be sterilized. C. A fee for adoption shall be set by the Board by resolution. No portion of the adoption fee shall be refunded for sterilization performed by a private veterinarian. D. Any transfer of ownership of an adopted animal shall not occur until such animal has been sterilized and proof of sterilization has been provided to the Division. |
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