Islip Town Code Chapter 15 limits single-family residences to 4 dogs over 6 months old without a kennel license. Cat limits are not specified but hoarding conditions trigger enforcement. Suffolk County Health Code applies to animal-keeping conditions.
Kennel license required for 5 or more dogs, costing roughly 150 dollars annually with inspection. Multi-unit dwellings may have stricter limits in lease or HOA terms. Breeding operations require separate NY Ag and Markets pet dealer license for over 25 puppies sold annually. Contact Islip at (631) 224-5600 for enforcement.
100 dollars per excess animal. Unlicensed kennel operation 500 dollars plus license back-fees. Hoarding cases referred to Suffolk County SPCA.
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