Sec. 34.04.08.24. Pets

A. Cats, dogs, or pets of any kind, except service animals for the physically impaired, are not allowed in any buildings, on bathing beaches, or on other posted areas of any State museum at any time, except in areas posted as pet areas.

B. In general, a cat, dog, or pet of any kind shall be on a leash with a maximum length of 10 feet while on State museum property. A pet that is determined by the museum director to be disruptive, dangerous, or potentially hazardous shall be removed by the owner.

C. A pet that is not on a leash shall be removed by the owner or may be removed by a professional animal officer or handler at the expense of the owner.

D. Except for service animals for the physically impaired, a pet may be restricted from any State museum property at the discretion of the museum director.

E. Pets and animals that are part of a demonstration or public event may be allowed with the express permission of the museum director.

F. Owners and handlers of animals are responsible for damage done by their animals and for removing fecal materials from museum property. Horseback riding is permitted only with express permission from the museum director.