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Regulations introduced for sled dog operators

Whistler now has business regulations governing the operation of commercial kennels and sled dog operators.

Whistler now has business regulations governing the operation of commercial kennels and sled dog operators.

The regulations set a number of conditions for commercial operators, including: providing a separate shelter for each dog; daily cleanup and sanitization of the kennel compound; separate pens for female dogs in heat and female dogs with litters; licences for all dogs, and allowing licensing inspectors, animal control officers, RCMP members and SPCA officers to inspect the kennels at reasonable times.

The new regulations came about after a request by Cougar Mountain Adventures to zone property for a kennel for the company’s sled dog operation. At that time council suggested staff look into regulations to ensure the welfare of sled dogs.