ND SB2297

Requires commercial dog breeders (those with 5+ intact female dogs for breeding) to obtain a license from the state board of animal health, valid for one year at a cost of $100.

Establishes minimum care standards including daily food provision, continuous access to potable water, solid flooring, adequate space based on dog size (12-30 square feet), proper ventilation, and prohibition on tethering as primary enclosure.

Mandates veterinary care documentation including core vaccinations (rabies, parvovirus), annual hands-on examinations, hereditary disorder screening for breeding dogs, and dental and pain assessments.

Requires breeders to maintain records for two years on dog acquisition, identification, births, veterinary care, and disposition, with annual submission to the board and annual unannounced inspections.

Establishes penalties of class B misdemeanor for first violation and class A misdemeanor for subsequent violations, with authority to seize dogs under animal cruelty statutes.