Enclosure (5) to COMDTINST M11103.1B
Clean Up
Areas where pets are kept (both indoors and outdoors) shall be maintained in a sanitary condition
at all times. Pet guardians must be prepared to clean up after their pets when taking them for a
walk. Failure to do so may result in revocation of the guardians privilege to keep pets.
Monitoring pet clean-ups will be strictly enforced.
Removal by Authorities
Any pet(s) picked up two times in a six-month period shall be removed from the facility, and the
pet guardians will lose the privilege to have another pet while a resident in government quarters.
In all cases, when a pet is picked up, guardians are responsible for fines, kennel fee, and any fee
for emergency treatment.
Registration/Inoculation
All dogs and cats must be registered with the local Humane Society as per local regulations.
Residents shall supply a copy of the registration to their respective Housing Office within ten
(10) days of the arrival of the pet. All dogs/cats over four months of age shall be inoculated
against distemper and rabies. Inoculations shall be kept current. Registration or licensing will be
in accordance with local animal control authorities.
Pet Damage
Sponsors are responsible for all acts of their animal, including damage to government or personal
property, and clean up of feces deposited on property or streets. When the government is
required to correct damages of this nature, the sponsor will be billed at current hourly labor and
material cost.
Breeding
Breeding/raising animals of any species in Coast Guard facilities is prohibited. Accidental litters
must be removed from the residence by age 10 weeks.
Spaying/neutering
It is recommended that all pets be spayed/neutered unless intended for breeding after tour
completion in the facility. Contact the Humane Society for low-cost clinics.
Animal Mistreatment
The tormenting or inhumane treatment of domestic or wild animals by residents will not be
tolerated, if and when detected the violator(s) will be reported to the housing office or humane
society.
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