Scotland - Apply for Animal Breeding License

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Animal Breeding License, the applicant must approach their respective Local Council in Scotland link

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant must fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant must attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant must pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
9. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
10. The local authority will assess the application and decide whether to grant the applicant a license.
11. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• A completed application forms
• Proof of identification (e.g., passport or driving license)
• Proof of address (e.g., utility bill or bank statement)
• A health certificate for each animal the applicant will be boarding
• A description of the applicant’s boarding facilities
• A plan of the applicant’s boarding facilities
• A record of the applicant’s boarding activities

Office Locations & Contacts

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL


Scottish Government Licensing Team
Post:
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council – link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

Eligibility

The eligibility requirements for applying for an animal breeding license in Scotland vary depending on the type of animal you are breeding and the local authority the applicant is applying to. However, some general eligibility requirements include:

• The applicant must be over the age of 18.
• The applicant must have a good understanding of animal welfare.
• The applicant must have suitable breeding facilities.
• The applicant must be able to provide adequate care for the animals he/she is breeding.

Fees

• The applicant must pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

• The Validity of animal breeding license id one, two, or three years, depending on the local authority. The applicant must renew his/her license before the expiry date if he/she wishes to continue as a breeder.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 -30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the local council
• Name of the applicant
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Employee id
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Details of animal
• Premises details
• Details of partners
• Details of breeding

Need for the Document

• An animal breeding license in Scotland is a legal requirement for anyone who breeds three or more litters of kittens or puppies in any 12-month period, or six or more litters of kits in any 12-month period. This applies regardless of whether the breeder sells or otherwise supplies the kittens, puppies, or kits as pets to another person.

Information which might help

• The purpose of the license is to ensure that animals bred in Scotland are treated humanely and that their welfare is protected. The license also helps to ensure that breeders are competent and have the necessary knowledge and skills to care for their animals properly.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some of the benefits of having an animal breeding license in Scotland:

• It shows that the applicant is a responsible breeder who is committed to the welfare of his/her animals.
• It gives the applicant peace of mind knowing that he/she is complying with the law.
• It can help the applicant to sell his/her animals more easily.
• It can give the applicant access to training and support from his/her local authority.