Spelthorne Borough Council

Providing Quality Services to the People of
Ashford, Laleham, Shepperton, Staines, Stanwell & Sunbury

Animal licensing

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• Pet Shops - selling animals
• Dog breeders - breeding five or more litters in a year
• Boarding Catteries and Kennels
• Riding schools
• Keepers of dangerous wild animals

• minimum standards of welfare for animals,
• prevent a spread of disease and
• the safety of the public visiting these premises.
• Visits are also undertaken following complaints.

• Always check they are licensed by the Council, and ask to see the current licence.
• Always inspect the premises prior to leaving your pet, buying an animal, or taking a riding lesson.
• Always ensure that riding schools have current public liability insurance.