The act does not apply to the training of animals for legitimate military, police, agricultural or sporting purposes or the exhibition of these animals in demonstration or similar events. We are not permitted, under the Act, to consider animal welfare matters and therefore a Registration under the Act does not confirm animal welfare standards to be satisfactory.

How to register

You can download an application form below or request it and apply to be registered by using these contact details:

North Lanarkshire Council
Protective Services
Station House
950 Old Edinburgh Road
Bellshill 
ML4 3FG

environmental-health@northlan.gov.uk

After the person’s name has been entered in the register a certificate will be issued to the named person. This certificate must be shown to any council or police officer if they request.