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Pets sold commercially welfare code

Jersey has a code of practice for the welfare of companion and exotic species especially those kept or sold through pet shops.

The code is intended to ensure the welfare of animals and to encourage those responsible for looking after these animals to adopt the highest standards of husbandry.

5 basic needs

The code of practice takes account of 5 basic needs, known as the ‘5 Freedoms’. The ‘5 Freedoms’ are:

freedom from hunger and thirst
freedom from discomfort
freedom from pain, injury or disease
freedom to express normal behaviour
freedom from fear or distress

Other guidelines

The code sets out additional guidelines in specific areas such as:

cages including temperature, space, ventilation, bedding
disease management
records
transport
handling and hygiene
breeding and acclimatisation

Further information

Jersey Code of Practice for the welfare of companion and exotic species sold commercially

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