Illegal animal activities

Before a person can carry out certain animal activities, they must hold a licence from the council. This licence is in place to protect the welfare of animals and ensure public safety. 

It is important we know about any operators without a licence, so we ask people to report any illegal activities involving pets.

A licence is required for:

• dog breeders
• dog day care centres
• dog home boarders
• dog kennels
• catteries
• people selling animals as pets
• people who hire horses
• people who train or exhibit animals

If, for example, your dog has stayed with an unlicensed dog home boarder or you have purchased a dog from an unlicensed breeder, please tell us to help protect animal welfare.

You can report this illegal activity at [email protected]

What happens next?

We will contact you within 7 days to discuss your concerns and next steps.