South Carolina H5320 establishes regulations for dog breeders, animal rescue organizations, and nuisance barking complaints.

South Carolina H5320 amends the state code to add new regulations for dog breeders, animal rescue organizations, and nuisance barking complaints. Dog breeders must register with the Secretary of State, adhere to minimum care standards, and provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. Animal rescue organizations must register annually with the county and provide adequate care for animals in their custody. The bill defines nuisance barking and outlines a process for addressing complaints, including posting notices and issuing summonses for repeat offenders.

South Carolina H5320 establishes regulations for dog breeders, animal rescue organizations, and nuisance barking complaints.

South Carolina H5320 amends the state code to add new regulations for dog breeders, animal rescue organizations, and nuisance barking complaints. Dog breeders must register with the Secretary of State, adhere to minimum care standards, and provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. Animal rescue organizations must register annually with the county and provide adequate care for animals in their custody. The bill defines nuisance barking and outlines a process for addressing complaints, including posting notices and issuing summonses for repeat offenders.