Dog breeding

Who to contact

Environmental Health and Consumer Protection
Municipal Buildings
Cherryfield Drive
Kirkby
L32 1TX

Telephone: 0151 443 4723

Email: environmentalhealth@knowsley.gov.uk

Establishments used for the breeding of dogs are controlled by the Breeding of Dogs Act 1973.

You must obtain a licence from the council to keep a breeding establishment.

A breeding establishment means any premise where five or more litters are produced in any 12 month period.

Fees

The licence fee for 2011 to 2012 is £134.

How to apply

Download, complete and return the application form enclosing the correct fee.

Before we grant a licence you must be able to demonstrate that the accommodation is suitable and the animals are well fed, exercised and protected from disease and fire.

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