June 3, 2011

The American Kennel Club has learned that the Yavapai County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider limiting dog ownership to 4 dogs per acre of land in residential areas, up to a maximum of 20 dogs total.  The commission has stated that this will include those who foster dogs. 

In addition, the proposal states that “commercial breeding and training operations” will be subject to a use permit.  These terms are not defined, so it is unclear who this will affect.

It is imperative that all local responsible dog owners, club members, and those who participate in dog events in Yavapai County attend the hearing or submit letters of concern to the commission.

The hearing information is as follows:

Prescott hearing:
Date: Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: 1015 Fair Street
                Prescott, AZ 86305

Cottonwood hearing:
Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: 10 S. 6th Street
                Cottonwood, AZ 86326