Report animal crime

If you're concerned about a commercial animal's welfare you can report it to us.

Commercial animals include:

  • Animals that are used for food or animal products.
  • Animals that are used for breeding.
  • Animals that are being sold or hired out.
  • Animals that are being used for performance or entertainment.
  • Animals that require a dangerous wild animal licence.
  • Animals kept in a zoo.
  • Animals that have been imported into the country for business purposes

You can also report any complaints regarding existing animal activity licence holders and businesses operating without a licence.

Report a crime involving commercial animals to us by phone

Other crimes involving animals

All other crimes involving animals should be reported to the police. 

 

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