I am concerned about the welfare of an animal, who should I contact?
Unfortunately, the local authority cannot deal with every issue relating to animal welfare. However, generally speaking, we will investigate allegations relating to the welfare of animals on farm premises, ie, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry. The Animal Health Inspector will also investigate complaints about farm animals in transit, at livestock markets and reports of dead farm animals.

We will also investigate alleged problems with animals kept in or on premises licensed by Kirklees eg dangerous wild animals, animals in pet shops, riding establishments, catteries, boarding kennels, etc. We also check on the welfare of animals which are part of visiting circuses.

Appropriate action will be taken, depending on the circumstances found upon investigation.

Contact the Animal Welfare Team:

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The RSPCA (external site) may be willing to investigate complaints relating to the welfare of other animals, eg cats, domestic pets, dogs left in cars, exotic pets, etc depending on the staff resources they have available. They can be contacted on 08705 555999. I am thinking of setting up a smallholding, which Service do I contact for advice?
The Animal Health Inspector from the Animal Welfare Team will be able to offer advice:

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Do animals need a licence to be moved ?
Following the recent Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak the legislation on animal movements is complex and changes frequently. However, movement licences generally only apply to farm animals, ie cattle, sheep, pigs, goat and farmed boar and deer.

For advice on the up-to-date requirements, you should contact the Animal Health Inspector:

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Contact us

Environmental Services
Riverbank Court
Wakefield Road
Aspley
Huddersfield
HD5 9AA

Tel: 01484 226440
Email: animal.welfare@kirklees.gov.uk