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The welfare of all domestic and captive animals in this country is provided for in various statutes and we're responsible for the administration and issuing of a number of licenses relating to animals.
Selling animals as pets
The definition of selling animals as pets is:
"selling animals as pets (or with a view to their being later resold as pets) in the course of a business including keeping animals in the course of a business with a view to their being so sold or resold".
Examples, of selling animals as pets are:
- the import, distribution and sale of animals by a business
- businesses registered with Companies House
- businesses or individuals operating from domestic premises for commercial purposes (it should be noted that many may not be listed with Companies House)
- premises open to members of the public or to other businesses where animals are available for purchase
This list is not exhaustive and applications will be assessed on a case by case basis.
If you sell animals as pets from any type of premises (including a private dwelling) you will need a licence. If your business fulfils one or more of these criteria then you require a licence.
Selling animals as pets licensing guidance - GOV.UK
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Animals licensing register
Our animal licensing register contains details of registered pet shops.
Contact
For more information, contact our Licensing Service.
Email: licensing@luton.gov.uk
Phone: 01582 546040
Luton Council
Town Hall
George Street
Luton
LU1 2BQ