Animal Boarding Establishment Licence

Under the terms of the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963, anyone who carries on a business boarding cats (cattery) or dogs (kennels) requires a licence from their Local Authority.

Environmental Health & Licensing, in conjunction with a consultant veterinary surgeon, will inspect any premises before granting a licence. The licence is subject to fees, and the number of dogs and cats that may be accommodated will be specified on the licence along with other specific conditions.

Once a licence has been granted and the appropriate fee paid, annual inspections will be performed prior to renewal of the licence.

If you have a complaint regarding any animal premises within the borough of Elmbridge |complete and return our online form.

Licensed Premises in Elmbridge

• |View list of animal boarding establishments currently licensed within Elmbridge

How to apply for or renew a licence

Note: For your convenience, you can either apply and pay online or download , complete and return by post.

• |Animal boarding establishment application form - apply online and remember to scan any documents you wish to attach prior to completing this form e.g. insurance certificates
• |Animal boarding establishment application form - download, print, complete and return
• |Guidance notes for animal boarding establishment licence
• |Licence conditions for animal boarding establishment
• |Fees and how to pay