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to protect animals from potential injury, contain the animals, <br /> and restrict the entrance of other animals and people. <br /> 3 . Animals shall not be placed in cages, kennels, or <br /> runs unless such cages , kennels, or runs are so constructed to <br /> prevent animal excreta from entering other cages, kennels, or <br /> runs . <br /> 4 . Sufficient shade shall be provided to allow all <br /> animals kept outdoors to protect themselves from the direct rays <br /> of the sun. <br /> 5 . Each animal shall be given the opportunity for <br /> vigorous daily exercise as appropriate. <br /> 6 . Litter boxes shall be provided for cats and <br /> kittens . <br /> 7 . Food shall not be contaminated, and shall be <br /> wholesome, palatable, and of sufficient quantity and nutritive <br /> value and offered at appropriate intervals to meet the normal <br /> daily requirements for the condition, size, and age of the <br /> animal . Food for all animals shall be served in a clean <br /> container so mounted that the animals cannot readily tip it over <br /> or defecate or urinate in it. <br /> 8 . Supplies of food and bedding shall be stored in <br /> facilities which adequately protect such supplies against <br /> infestation or contamination by vermin. Refrigeration shall be <br /> provided for supplies of perishable food. <br /> 9 : All animals shall have fresh, drinkable water <br /> available at all times . Water containers shall be of removable <br /> - 23 - <br />