West Valley City, UT Animal Ordinances: Pet Store Rules (2026)

It shall be unlawful for any person to operate or maintain a kennel, cattery, pet shop, groomery, riding stable, or any similar establishment unless such person first obtains a regulatory permit from the Animal Control Division, in addition to all other required licenses. All applications for permits to operate such establishments shall be submitted, together with the required permit fee, on a printed form provided by the Animal Control Division to that Division. Before the permit is issued, approval shall be granted by the Health Department, the Planning and Zoning Division, and the Animal Control Division.

(2) Sportsman's permit:

a. Where permitted by the City Council, owners of pure-bred dogs may obtain a permit to keep up to five dogs in a residential area provided:

i. Such dogs are individually licensed;

ii. Such dogs are registered with a national registry (AKC, UKC, Field Dog);

iii. Approval is granted by the Planning and Zoning Division, Health Department, and the Animal Control Division;

iv. Adequate runs (not necessarily concrete) are provided; and

v. Other provisions of this Title and the City Code are complied with, and no dog or premises is deemed to be a nuisance.