Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979

The objects of this Act are to prevent cruelty to animals, promote the welfare of animals by requiring a person in charge of an animal to provide care for the animal, and to treat the animal in a humane manner, and to ensure the welfare of the animal.

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      Animal Trades Codes of Practice and Standards

      These Animal Trades Codes of Practice and Standards are made under clause 25 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation 2012.

      Codes of Practice

      These Codes of Practice are made under clauses 36 and 39 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation 2012.

      Guidelines

      These Guidelines are made under clause 33 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation 2012.

      Delegations