Pet shops
Introduction
Who can apply?
Applicants for a pet shop licence must not be disqualified from keeping a pet shop.
Consideration upon application
Local Authorities must have regard to the following when considering an application for a pet shop licence:
- that animals will be kept in suitable accommodation, for example in regards to temperature, size, lighting, ventilation and cleanliness
- adequate food and drink will be provided to the animals and they will be visited at suitable interviews
- that any mammalian animals will not be sold too young
- that steps are taken to prevent disease spreading among the animals
- that adequate fire and emergency provisions are in place.
Conditions can be attached to a licence to ensure that the above are complied with and without prejudice standard conditions apply.
Applying for a licence
Applications should be returned to the Licensing Unit with the appropriate fee. For current fees see Animal licence fees.
Planning requirements
You should contact the Council's Planning Department to ensure that you have planning permission for your pet shop. Their email address town.planning@calderdale.gov.uk or telephone number 01422 392237.
What happens next?
An authorised officer will visit the pet shop to ensure that conditions are being complied with regard to isolation, quarantine, food preparation, water feeding and accommodation. The Licensing Unit will advise you whether your application has been approved.
Licences
All licences will expire on 31 December and you should make an application to renew an existing licence two months before the licence expiry date. An authorised officer will inspect your premises before your licence is renewed.
