Deregulates small boarding kennels in North Carolina by limiting permitting requirements to those serving six or more animals.

The bill redefines "boarding kennel" to mean a facility or establishment offering boarding services to six or more dogs or cats. It directs the Board of Agriculture to amend its rules for boarding kennels accordingly, allowing for temporary rules. The act becomes effective October 1, 2025.

Deregulates small boarding kennels in North Carolina by limiting permitting requirements to those serving six or more animals.

The bill redefines "boarding kennel" to mean a facility or establishment offering boarding services to six or more dogs or cats. It directs the Board of Agriculture to amend its rules for boarding kennels accordingly, allowing for temporary rules. The act becomes effective October 1, 2025.