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Pet Shops

If you are selling animals as pets (or with a view to them being later resold as pets) in the course of a business, you will require and 'Animal Activity Licence' under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.

After applying for a licence an inspection will be completed by a Council Officer and, if necessary, a veterinary surgeon. If a veterinary inspection is required, you will have to pay for this.

During your inspection, you will be risk rated and given a star rating or 1-5. To achieve a higher star rating, you will need to meet higher standards. Your star rating will determine your licence length and licences can last from 1 to 3 years depending on the star rating achieved. This is explained in further detail in the licence conditions and guidance relevant to your business:

To apply for a pet shop licence, please follow the link below:

Completed application forms can be returned to the Council either via post or by email. In order for your application to be processed further, you must pay the appropriate fee as stated on out 'Application Forms & Fees' webpage.

For further information, please call 01268 882200 or email
 

Register of Licensed Pet Shops in Castle Point
Business Address Star Rating
Discount Pet Superstore  12-18 Oak Road, Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 7AT 3 Star
Pets at Home Unit 1B Pelican Retail Park, Claydons Lane, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7UP 5 Star