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Tulsa, OK Animal Ordinances: Pet Groomer Rules (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Enforced by
City Animal Welfare Authority
Covers
grooming/bathing facilities (Type A)
Sanitation duty
periodic disinfection of holding areas
Max fine
$500 per violation

Summary

Tulsa treats grooming and bathing facilities as Type A commercial animal establishments, requiring sanitary holding areas, disease prevention, and prompt veterinary care for any animal in their custody that is sick or hurt.

Each commercial animal establishment, of any type, shall keep and maintain its animals and all pens, cages, tanks or other holding facilities in which animals are kept in such a manner as to prevent a nuisance or health hazard to humans and to avoid injury and minimize illness to such animals. All holding areas shall be disinfected periodically to reduce disease pathogens.

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Full Breakdown

Under Title 2, Section 110 of the Tulsa Revised Ordinances, every commercial animal establishment, a category that by definition includes grooming or bathing facilities, must keep pens, cages, tanks and other holding areas maintained so they don't create a nuisance or health hazard, and must disinfect holding areas periodically to cut disease pathogens. Animals in a groomer's care must get adequate food, water and shelter, and any animal showing disease or injury has to be isolated and treated by a licensed veterinarian or euthanized by one. The City's Animal Welfare Authority investigates written complaints of noncompliance and documents its findings before taking action. Unlike Type B establishments (pet stores, breeders), Section 110 does not impose a separate permit requirement on Type A groomers.

Violations & Fines

Violating Section 110 is an offense under the Chapter 1 general penalty (Section 118): a fine of up to $500 per violation, excluding costs, fees and assessments, on conviction in Municipal Court.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tulsa require a permit specifically for pet groomers?
No. Section 110 imposes sanitation and animal-care duties on Type A establishments like groomers but only requires a Director of Finance permit for Type B establishments (animal sellers).
What happens if a Tulsa groomer's facility is unsanitary?
The Animal Welfare Authority investigates a signed complaint, documents findings, and can take enforcement action; conviction carries a fine of up to $500 under Section 118.

Sources & Official References

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