Pet shop licence evaluation criteria
The following criteria will be considered when the application is being evaluated:
- animals will be kept in suitable accommodation, for example in regard to temperature, size, lighting, ventilation and cleanliness
- adequate food and drink will be provided to the animals and they will be visited at suitable intervals
- any mammalian animals cannot be sold under 6 to 8 weeks depending on the type of animal
- steps are taken to prevent disease spreading among the animals
- adequate fire and emergency provisions are in place.