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 Washington Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 23, 2016)
 Title 388. Social and Health Services, Department of
 Chapter 388-145. Licensing requirements for group care facilities and services.

  Section 388-145-1645. What are the requirements regarding pets and animals in my facility?  

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  • (1) All animals on your property must be safe and cared for in a sanitary manner.
    (2) You must comply with city, county, state and federal statutes and regulations regarding:
    (a) Animal safety;
    (b) Vaccinations; and
    (c) Standard veterinary care.
    (3) You may not have an animal in your facility or on your premises that is dangerous to children.
    (4) The department has the discretion to limit the type and number of household pets and animals if we determine there are risks to the children in your care.
    [Statutory Authority: Chapters 13.34 and 74.13 RCW, RCW 74.15.030(2), 74.15.311(2), 74.13.032, 13.04.011, 74.13.020, 13.34.030, 74.13.031, 13.34.145, 74.15.311, 74.15.030, and 2013 c 105. WSR 15-01-069, § 388-145-1645, filed 12/11/14, effective 1/11/15.]
Chapters 13.34 and 74.13 RCW, RCW 74.15.030(2), 74.15.311(2), 74.13.032, 13.04.011, 74.13.020, 13.34.030, 74.13.031, 13.34.145, 74.15.311, 74.15.030, and 2013 c 105. WSR 15-01-069, § 388-145-1645, filed 12/11/14, effective 1/11/15.