Zoos and dangerous wild animals
A licence must be obtained before keeping a dangerous wild animal or setting up a zoo.
Legislation
Zoos
The legislation is complex so in order to clarify whether you need a licence, you should contact the Animal Health Team.
Dangerous Wild Animals
Keeping certain species of wild animals is controlled by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 and require a licence.
Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976
Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 (Modification) (No. 2) Order 2007
Legislative Reform (Dangerous Wild Animals) (Licensing) Order 2010
Kinds of Dangerous Wild Animals
Animal welfare regulations includes other animal licences.
Contact Animal Health
- Kirklees Council
- Address Animal Health, PO Box 1720, Huddersfield, HD1 9EL
- Phone 01484 221000
- Email animal.health@kirklees.gov.uk