W. Va. Code R. § 178-2-31

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 40, October 4, 2024

Section 178-2-31 - Greyhound Adoption Program

31.1. The association shall provide a program to receive and maintain greyhounds for adoption.

31.2. All facilities used to maintain greyhounds are subject to inspection and approval by the Commission and shall be maintained in a manner to promote the health, safety and welfare of the greyhounds.

31.3. The association shall provide a plan which ensures sufficient personnel, training and funding to operate and maintain an adoption program consistent with the directions and orders of the Commission.

31.4. Crates housing the greyhounds available for adoption shall meet the same specifications as those used for housing greyhounds in the racing kennels.

31.5. Only one greyhound shall be housed per crate at any time.

31.6. A feeding program for all greyhounds in die adoption center shall be established and maintained by the association subject to the review and approval of die Racing Commission Veterinarian. Fresh water shall be available for the greyhounds in the adoption center at all times unless otherwise directed by a veterinarian.

31.7. Greyhounds placed in the adoption program are not to be utilized in any manner that is detrimental to die well being of the greyhounds.

31.8. The association shall ensure die following veterinarian services have been provided to each greyhound which is in the adoption program;

31.8.a. Fecal examination;

31.8.b. Heartworm test;

31.8.c. Vaccination series including DHLPP and rabies; and

31.8.d. Surgical sterilization.

W. Va. Code R. § 178-2-31