- Licence type
- Performing animal registration
- Who should apply?
- Anyone who exhibits or trains a performing animal
- Definitions and more
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The Performing Animals (Regulation) Act 1925 requires that all persons who work with, train, supply, present, exhibit or show animals which are used in any genre of entertainment, or therapy, must register with their local authority.
The act does not apply to the training of animals for legitimate military, police, agricultural or sporting purposes or the exhibition of these animals in demonstration or similar events
- Cost
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download our application fee list
The application process may involve an inspection by a Veterinary Surgeon appointed by the Council. The full cost of this must be met by the applicant before a licence will be issued. The cost will vary depending on individual circumstances - Additional costs
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The application process may involve an inspection by a Veterinary Surgeon appointed by the Council. The full cost of this must be met by the applicant before a licence will be issued. The cost will vary depending on individual circumstances
- Timescales (average)
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N/A
- What you need to supply
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Application form
Application fee - Additional information
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Please ensure you read the guidance notes in the application pack before submitting your application
Applicants may also require a Public Entertainment licence
A licence is not required for the training, or exhibition of trained animals, for military, police, agricultural or sporting purpose
Please also note that all licence application fees are non refundable, you can download our refunds policy if you require further information. Any requests for a refund due to exceptional circumstances should be made in writing to the Licensing Manager, 249 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ or by email to: licensing@edinburgh.gov.uk
*Any licence which involves a vet inspection will be charged the full cost of that inspection in addition to the licence fee
- Standard conditions
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No standard conditions apply