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� ' �:Dogs ' i . . o not require sepazate constructed shelter where a shelter i�accessible to the equine on adjacent or other accessible azeas of the property provided that equines are not � kept in outdoor exercise paddocks during adverse weather condirions. Subdivision �. Space and cleanliness requirements. Constructed shelters except for tie stalls must provide space for the animai to:(1)roll with a minirnum danger of being cast;or(2)easily stand,lie down, and turn azound. i Stalls must be cleaned and kept dry to the extent the animal is not required to J lie or stand in fluids. Bedcling must be provided in all stalls,kept reasonably.clean, �d p�o��allY changed. The nature of the bedding must not pose a health hazard � to the animal. Subdivision 6. Exercise. Equines must be provided opportunity for periodic exercise, either through free choice or through a forced work program,unless exercise is restricted by a licensed veterinarian, + Subdivision 7. Hoof caze. All equines must have their hooves properly I trimmed periodically to prevent lameness. Subdivision 8. Transportadon. A vehicle used to transport an equine must � have a floor capable of supporting the animai's weight safely. Floors must be of nonskid construction or of nonskid material sufficient to provide the animal with traction while in transport. A minimum of 12 inches must be allowed between the withers of the largest equine ant the structure above the animai while it is in a natural sianding position. Sturdy partitions must be provided at a minimum of appro�dmately every ten feet inside the velude. Interior compartments of transporting vehicles must be of smooth construction with no protruding of sharp objects and must provide ventilation. Food and water must be provided in sufficient quantities to minimize stress and maintain hydration. HISTORY: 1983 c 358 s 4; 1986 c 444; 1998 c 402 s 3,4 346.39 DOGS AND CATS. _ Subdivision 1. Food. Dogs and cats must be provided with food of sufficient quantity and qualit}• to allocv for normal grow�th or the maintenance of body weight. Feed standards shall be those recommended by the National Research Council. Subdi�zsion 2. Water. Dogs and cats must be provided Hith dean, potable water in sufficient quantitS• to satisfy the animai's needs or supplied by free choice. Sno�v and ice is not an adequate �cater source. Subdivision 3. Transportation and shipment. When dogs or cats are transported in crates or containers, the czates or containers must be constructed of nonabrasive wire or a smooth, durable material suitable for the animals. Crates and containers must be clean, adequately ventilated, contain suffiaent space to allow the animals to turn around, and provide ma�dmum safety�and protecrion to the animals. EYercise for 20 to 30 minutes and water must be provided at least once every eight hours. Food must be provided at least once every 2� hours of more often,if necessary�, to maintain the health and condition of the ani.mals. Subdivision-�. Shelter size. A confinement area must pro�lde suffiaent space to allow each animal to turn about freely and to easily stand, sit and lie in a normai position. Each confined animal must be provided a minimum squaze footage ' of'floor space as measured from the tip of its nose to the base or its tail,plus 25 �,w, percent, e.�pressed in square feet. The formula for computing mini.murn square }� footage is; (length of animal plus 25 percenU times(length of animal plus 25 ' percent), divided by 1-�-�. A shaded area must be provided suffiaent to protect the �'� animal from the direct rays of the sun at all times during the months of May to October. ',., _�,f,.- '�,.�.�.� 45