Animal Legislation Flashcards
What is the year of the Zoo Licensing Act?
1981
What are the main points of the Zoo Licensing Act 1981?
(4)
-Regulates the conduct of zoos
-Licenses given by Local Authority after inspection
-Yearly inspections
-Animals must have a suitable environment that enables them to express normal behaviours
What does ‘SSSMZP’ stand for?
Secretary of States Standards of Modern Zoo Practice
What are the main points of the SSSMZP?
(3)
-Guide to adhere to the ZLA1981
-Covers the AWA2006 and other requirements
-Gives categories of animals depending on how dangerous they are
What does ‘COTES’ stand for?
The Control of Trade in Endangered Species Regulations 2018
What is the year of COTES?
2018
What are the main points of COTES?
(2)
-Controls the sale, keeping and movement of endangered species
-Penalties for offences
What are the main points of the Balai Directive?
(3)
-Sets out conditions for the import/export of non-domestic species that are not covered by other legislation
-Stricter bio-security control
-Health certificates required for moving animals
What is the act that relates to the importation of fish?
Import of Live Fish Act 1980
What is the year of the Import of Live Fish Act?
1980
What are the main points of the Import of Live Fish Act 1980?
(2)
-Restricts the import, keeping or release of live fish/shellfish/eggs/milt of certain species
-Prevents invasive species and disease
What does ‘WHO’ stand for?
World Health Organisation
What are the main points of the World Health Organisation?
(2)
-Manage public risk of zoonosis
-Develop and promote ways to prevent and control zoonosis
What is the year of the Pet Animals Act?
1951
What are the main points of the Pet Animals Act 1951?
(4)
-Applies to any establishment that sells animals
-Protects the welfare of animals being sold as pets
-Must be kept somewhere suitable and clean
-Must be protected from disease and fire
