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If you’re responsible for a farm animal you must make sure that you care for it properly.
Annual statistics relating to scientific procedures performed on living animals in accordance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
Laws and regulations protecting farm animals at shows and markets, including the suitability of pens, cages or hutches
What you need to do if you find, own or look after a listed invasive non-native (alien) animal in England and Wales.
Apply for a licence to move and keep certain non-native (alien) species for animal welfare purposes.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Current issues relating to imports and exports of animals and animal products.
What you must do to protect the welfare of animals during transport.
This series brings together all documents relating to Animals in science statistics
Advice to give pregnant women on infections that can be transmitted via contact with animals that are or have recently given birth.
Technical advice and guidance for licence holders.
How to import animals and animal products to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man from non-EU countries.
How to apply for a licence, when you need a licence, fees, licence conditions and records you must keep.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
Find out which live animals and animal foods or feeding stuffs are zero-rated for VAT.
The prohibitions and restrictions on the import of animal furs and skins into the UK and the export of salmon and trout.
Guidance and regulatory advice on how to apply for licences issued under ASPA and how your compliance with ASPA and your licence conditions will be assessed.
Find out what you need to do to keep wild birds or animals legally and safely, including when you need a licence and how to get one.
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