Subd. 1. Exemption.

The provisions of this chapter do not apply to a person who prepares and sells home-processed pet treats for dogs and cats, provided the following conditions are met:

1. (1) the person is an individual, a sole proprietorship, a single-member limited liability company owned by one individual, or a limited liability company owned by two individuals residing at the same residence;
2. (2) the person does not hold a commercial feed license under section 25.341;
3. (3) the person is registered with the commissioner under section 28A.152, subdivision 4;
4. (4) the pet treats are not potentially hazardous food, as defined in Minnesota Rules, part 4626.0020, subpart 62, that is safe for human consumption and for consumption by the intended species;
5. (5) the pet treats are baked or dehydrated;
6. (6) the person displays at the point of sale a clearly legible sign or placard stating, "These products are homemade and not subject to state inspection."; and
7. (7) each individual pet treat package is labeled with the following: (i) the name and registration number or address of the individual preparing the pet treat; (ii) the date on which the pet treat was prepared; (iii) the ingredients listed; and (iv) the statement "These products are homemade and not subject to state inspection."

Subd. 2. Direct sales to consumers.

A person qualifying for the exemption under subdivision 1 may sell the exempt pet treats to consumers in accordance with section 28A.152, except that pet treats may also be delivered by mail or commercial delivery.