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05-040 Pets on Campus

I. SCOPE

SUNY Canton Employees, Students, and Affiliates and all Campus Visitors

II. POLICY STATEMENT

This policy refers to animals not designated as Assistance and/or Service Animals. For information and policies regarding Assistance and/or Service Animals, please see Service & Assistance Animal Policy and Application For Assistance Animal.

III. POLICY

In Buildings

Pets, defined as animals not designated as Assistance or Support Animals, are permitted only in the Pet Wings and Dog Floor as stated in the Residence Hall License and those areas approved for educational purposes (e.g., Veterinary Science Technology).

Personal pets are not allowed in non-residential campus buildings and administrative offices.

On Grounds

Pets are allowed on campus pursuant to applicable law. All pets that are on the campus grounds must be under the direct control of their owner. (Dogs must be leashed and restrained). The Dog Control Law of the Village of Canton is in full effect on this campus.

The Village Code requires that pet owners pick up and properly discard animal waste.

Pets are not allowed on any of the athletic fields.

Residence Hall Pets

Due to health reasons and a group living situation, absolutely no pets are allowed in the residence halls except those pre-approved to live in the Pet Wings or Dog Floor (or those approved as Assistance or Service Animals). All animals must be registered with Residence Life prior to their arrival on campus.

Students living in the Pet Wings or Dog Floor must realize that having a pet is a privilege and, associated with it, are certain responsibilities which follow:

1. All roommates must be in total agreement to allow a pet in their room.
2. All waste associated with the pet must be deposited directly in the dumpster by the loading dock. At no time is it to be placed in the trash receptacle in the residence hall.
3. Any messes created by the pet must be attended to immediately by the owner.
4. The owner is totally responsible for any damages caused by the pet, i.e., soiled carpets.
5. Abuse of this privilege may result in its loss, confiscation of the pet, and/or suspension from college housing.
6. Students living in the Pet Wings or Dog Floor should reference their animal contracts for more specific requirements.
7. No birds, dogs, snakes, or spiders will be allowed in the Pet Wings. All other pets will be approved or denied on an individual basis by the Residence Hall Director.

IV. DEFINITIONS

Pet is an animal kept for ordinary use and companionship. Service Animals and Assistance Animals are not considered pets.

V. OTHER RELATED INFORMATION

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VI. PROCEDURES

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VII. FORMS

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VIII. AUTHORITY

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IX. HISTORY

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X. APPENDICES

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XI. FREQUENCY OF REVIEW AND UPDATE

Policies will have a normal review period of every five (5) years unless required otherwise.

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