Regulations 2 and 3(a)
SCHEDULE 8CATS AND DOGS
This schedule has no associated Explanatory Memorandum
PART IPart I of this Schedule specifies permitted procedures which may be performed by a lay person in relation to cats and dogs
Identification procedures
1.—(1) Insertion of subcutaneous tracking devices;
(2) Microchipping;
(3) Tattooing;
(4) Other methods of identification involving a prohibited procedure required by law and not restricted to being undertaken by a veterinary surgeon.
Procedures for the control of reproduction
2. Implantation of a subcutaneous contraceptive.
Other management procedures
3. Removal of the dew claws of dogs.
PART IIPart II specifies any additional conditions for a procedure
Removal of the dew claws of dogs
4. The procedure shall only be carried out before the pups eyes are open.