Regulations 2 and 3(a)

SCHEDULE 8CATS AND DOGS

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.