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You need a licence to run a boarding kennel or a cattery. The number of dogs or cats that can be boarded will be specified on the licence along with any other specific conditions. East Cambridgeshire District Council may authorise a Council officer or a veterinarian to inspect the licensed premises.
You may not apply for a licence if you are disqualified from any of the following:
- keeping an animal boarding establishment
- keeping a pet shop
- keeping animals under the Protection of Animals (Amendment) Act 1954
- owning, keeping, dealing or transporting animals under the Animal Welfare Act 2006, or the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006.
The following criteria will be evaluated when considering a licence application:
- That the animals will be kept in suitable accommodation at all times. Suitable accommodation takes into account the construction and size of the accommodation, the number of animals to be housed in it, facilities for exercising the animals, cleanliness and temperature, lighting and ventilation provisions.
- That suitable food, drink and bedding materials will be provided and that the animals are exercised and visited regularly.
- That steps are taken to prevent and control the spread of disease among the animals and that isolation facilities are in place.
- That adequate protection is provided to the animals in the case of fire and other emergencies.
- That a register is kept. The register should contain a description of all animals received, their arrival and departure date and the name and address of the owner. The register should be available to be inspected at any time by a local authority officer, veterinary surgeon or practitioner.
Fees
Fees will be payable for applications and conditions may be attached.
The current fee for a new licence is £156.00
Renewals
Licences are renewable on an annual basis. Completed application forms and the relevant fee must be submitted to the Council before the expiry of the current licence.
The current renewal fee is £130.00
Further Information
It is in the public interest that East Cambridgeshire District Council must process your application before it can be authorised. If you have not received a response to your application within a reasonable period, please contact us. You can do this online if you applied through the UK Welcomes service or use the contact details below.
Licensing Department, East Cambridgeshire District Council, The Grange, Nutholt Lane, Ely, Cambs, CB7 4EE
Tel: 01353 665555
Email: licensing@eastcambs.gov.uk
If you are an applicant or a third party, you should always contact us in the first instance if you have any queries, concerns or cause for complaint preferably in the form of a letter with proof of delivery.
If you are not satisfied with the outcome and are located in the UK, Consumer Direct will give you advice.
If you are from outside the UK, please contact the UK European Consumer Centre.
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