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Establishments used for the breeding of dogs are controlled by the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999.
In the aftermath of the Foot and Mouth outbreak a rigorous regime of licensing which controls the movement of a range of animals has been introduced. The most common animals whose movements have to be licensed are sheep, pigs and cows.
The keeping and running of animal boarding establishments (Catteries and Kennels) is controlled by the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963.
The keeping of certain species of wild animals is controlled by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976.
The keeping and running of a pet shop is controlled by the Pet Animals Act 1951.
Licences to keep a riding establishment are issued under the Riding Establishments Acts 1964 and 1970.
Zoos are regulated by the Council under the Zoo Licensing Act 1981.