It shall be unlawful for any person licensed under this article or any person employed by a person licensed under this article or under such person's supervision or control to:

(1) Commit a violation of Code Section 16-12-4, relating to cruelty to animals;

(2) Fail to keep the pet dealership premises, animal shelter, kennel, or stable in a good state of repair, in a clean and sanitary condition, adequately ventilated, or disinfected when needed;

(3) Fail to provide humane care for any animal; or

(4) Fail to take reasonable care to release for sale, trade, or adoption only those animals that appear to be free of disease, injuries, or abnormalities.