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Animal boarding - licences

A licence is required to open a cattery or kennel.
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Dangerous wild animals - licences

Certain animals are classified as dangerous wild animals and you may require a licence to keep them.
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Dog Breeding - licences

If you are breeding dogs for sale, where during any twelve month period five or more litters are born to your bitch or bitches, a licence is required from the Local Authority.
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Performing Animals - licences

It is an offence to train or exhibit a performing animal unless they are registered with the Local Authority.
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Pet shop licence - licences

Any premises which sells pet animals must have a licence issued by the Local Authority.
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Riding establishments - licences

To run a riding establishment (where horses or ponies are hired out for riding or used for riding instruction) in England, Scotland or Wales, you need to be over 18 years of age to hold a licence.
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