§ 47–2888.02. General prohibitions.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to own, operate, maintain, open, or establish a veterinary facility within the District without first having obtained a license from the Mayor.

(b) It shall be unlawful for any person other than a veterinarian licensed in the District to hold a license for a veterinary facility.

(c) This section shall not apply to a facility or agency operated by the federal government or the District.