Animal Welfare Licensing

Animal Welfare Licensing Inspectors

E&J's MRCVS-registered veterinarians specialise in delivering comprehensive animal welfare licensing inspection services. We support local authorities in fulfilling their obligations under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018, with a commitment to promoting animal welfare and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Located nationwide our dedicated animal welfare specialists are available for animal licensing inspections, veterinary services, as well as to take samples for laboratory testing from animals when needed.

Activities involving animals requiring a licence includes:

Dog Breeding

A vet must be appointed for the initial inspection as part of a new animal welfare licensing application, ensuring that breeding practices comply with welfare standards.

Boarding for cats and dogs

All commercial boarding facilities require a licence. Inspections are conducted to verify they meet the stipulated welfare standards and provide safe and humane conditions for the animals.

Selling animals as pets

Establishments which keeps animals to sell, such as mammals, birds, reptiles and fish. Inspections assess compliance with welfare requirements and the conditions under which animals are housed and cared for.

Keeping or training animals for exhibition

This includes mobile animal exhibits, private parties, fairs and circuses. Licensing ensures that animals are treated in a manner that meets welfare standards.

E&J’s MRCVS-registered veterinarians for animal welfare licensing

Working with government bodies for over 30 years to safeguard animal welfare, all our veterinarians are experienced in regulatory controlled animal welfare services.

We offer a range of animal welfare licensing services tailored to assist local authorities:

Compliant Animal Welfare Licensing Inspections: We conduct thorough animal welfare inspections in line with regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to local and national standards
Veterinary Services: MRCVS-registered veterinarians accompany local authority licensing officers, focusing on licence applicants and first-time breeder assessments.
Welfare checks: Performing health and welfare checks for animals involved in licensed activities to ensure compliance with all legal requirements.
Expert Recommendations: Supporting officers during inspections of licensees or applicants suspected of welfare infringements, providing expert recommendations for corrective actions.
Sampling: Taking samples for laboratory testing from the animals when needed.

Benefits to Local Authorities:

E&J is uniquely positioned to partner with local authorities in delivering high-quality animal welfare licensing inspections. Our combination of experienced inspectors and MRCVS-registered veterinarians ensure we support local authorities with comprehensive service delivery, efficiency, and regulatory adherence.

Cost-Effective Solutions: By outsourcing inspections to E&J, local authorities can save time and resources while receiving high-quality service.
Expertise and Compliance: E&J’s experienced team ensures inspections comply with all regulatory standards, mitigating risks and ensuring animal welfare
Veterinary Expertise: Our MRCVS vets provide specialised veterinary services, including taking samples for laboratory testing from animals when needed.
Efficiency and Transparency: E&J’s digital platform ensures rapid, efficient inspections and timely reporting.

Licensing and Animal Welfare Key Activities

E&J guarantees consistent service quality, whether for routine inspections or emergency assessments which include:

Pre-Inspection Preparation

In-depth review of applications, relevant documentation, and local licensing conditions to understand requirements prior to inspection.

On-Site Evaluations

Comprehensive assessments of housing, health and welfare conditions for animals, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Digital Reporting System

Tablet-based system to document inspection findings, photographic evidence and generate real-time reports, developed in collaboration with E&J’s Primary Authority partner.

Follow-Up and Enforcement

Provide post-inspection monitoring and support for enforcement actions, including guidance for compliance improvements.

Regular Reviews

Consultation with local authorities to maintain service quality and address emerging challenges.

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