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What pet owners need to do if their animal has suspected or confirmed bovine TB.
Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
Technical advice and guidance for licence holders.
How to legally kill your own poultry, cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, rabbits and hares to eat at home.
Report a dead or injured animal such as a badger, fox or domestic pet found on the road
How to manage the burial of animal remains to prevent or limit groundwater pollution.
Reforms will help reunite thousands of lost or stolen animals every year and deter pet theft
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.
Advice and guidance on protecting animal welfare on farms, in transport, at markets and at slaughter.
What you need to do if you find, own or look after a listed invasive non-native (alien) animal in England and Wales.
The licence or certificate you need to slaughter or kill animals, the operations covered and how to apply.
User guide to Home Office statistics of scientific procedures on living animals.
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
Information on how the Renters (Reform) Bill supports responsible pet owners in the private rented sector.
The Animals in Science Regulation Unit is responsible for administering and enforcing The Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 in England, Scotland and Wales.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
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.
Annual statistics relating to scientific procedures performed on living animals in accordance with the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.
Find out what animal by-products (material with animal content) you can use in a small scale compost heap and if your heap needs approval.
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