Activities that require an animal license
- Dog breeding
- Dog boarding in kennels and home boarding of dogs
- Dog day care
- Cat boarding
- Selling animals as pets
- Exhibition of animals
- Hiring out horses
The following animal licenses are largely unaffected by the new regulations:
- Zoo licensing
- Exotic, dangerous or wild animal licensing
New applications
Anyone wishing to apply for a new license is strongly advised to contact Environmental Health before making an application.
Applying for a license
Download the application form here
There are a number of documents which must be submitted along with the licence fee for all applications (including renewals), you will find the documents required within the guidance but if you have any doubt then please contact environmentalhealth@knowsley.gov.uk.
Please note that your application will not be accepted without this documentation.
Licencing process and fees
To apply for an animal licence, or renew an existing one, please submit the required documents and licence fee. Your application will not be accepted without all of the required documentation.
| Dog breeding | £395 |
| Dog boarding in kennels | £346 |
| Home Boarding of dogs | £300 |
| Dog day care | £346 |
| Cat boarding | £346 |
| Selling animals as pets | £346 |
| Exhibition of animals | £346 |
| Hiring out horses | £395 |
If you are applying for a combination of activities you will be charged at highest fee plus additional charge of £177.