Animal Identification, Licensing and Movement

For further information on the requirements for identification and movement of certain animals, visit gov.ie.

It is prohibited to keep a dog without a licence under the Control of Dogs Act 1986.

There are requirements for a horse licence under certain conditions as per the Control of Horses Act 1996.

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