Apply for a dangerous wild animal licence

You need a licence to keep any animal classed as a dangerous wild animal, as identified in the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976:

• Dangerous wild animals list: Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 (Modification) (No.2) Order 2007 - on the Legislation UK website

Licence conditions vary depending on the species of animal, but all applicants will need to show that:

• the animal will be receiving the appropriate nutrition
• the environment is suitable
• the animal is healthy and allowed to express normal behaviour

Before the Councils issue a licence you will also need to demonstrate that adequate security and a robust escape plan is in place, and that you know how to keep animals responsibly.

You must have the licence before you get the animal.

To find out how much a dangerous wild animal licence costs please see:

• Adur & Worthing Councils - Fees and Charges booklet

Please note the licence fees listed do not include the cost of a veterinary inspection, which is required before a licence is issued.

Apply for a licence in Adur

Please contact us for an application form.

Apply for a licence in Worthing

Please contact us for an application form.

You may also be interested in:

• View our public register of licences

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