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Animal Licenses

Animal Movement Licences

All movements of cattle, deer, sheep, goats and pigs are now controlled by a general licence. Find out how to apply

Animal Welfare Establishments

Information about the Code of Best Practice for Animal Welfare Establishments in Wales

Animal Boarding Establishments and Kennels

The law requires animal boarding establishments to be licensed, whether they are at commercial or domestic premises. Find out how to apply

Dangerous Wild Animal Licensing

Anyone wishing to keep a "dangerous wild animal" requires a licence. Find out how to apply

Dog Breeding Establishments

The law requires anyone breeding dogs for commercial purposes to be licensed. Find out how to apply

Performing Animals Registration

If you train or exhibit performing animals, such as for advertising, film-making or a circus, you must register with the Council

Pet Shops

The law requires all pet shops to be licensed, whether they are at commercial or domestic premises. Find out how to apply

Riding Establishments

The law requires anyone running a horse riding establishment to be licensed. Find out how to apply

Zoos

The law requires anyone running a Zoo to be licensed. Find out how to apply

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