New animal welfare regulations came into force on 1 October 2018, affecting businesses or individuals who want to apply or renew an animal boarding licence.
Before submitting an application, please read our information explaining the new regulations and the Government's guide on how to comply with the regulations.
View information on the Animal Welfare Regulations
You must have a licence from us if you keep bitches for the purpose of breeding puppies for sale.
The new animal welfare regulations which came into force on 1 October 2018 have changed the rules governing the licensing of dog breeding.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has published the following guidance notes to help you understand the new regulations:
You can apply online or download the application form below.
Download the veterinary inspection report form
Please email completed forms to licensing@rugby.gov.uk or post to: Licensing Team, Rugby Borough Council, Town Hall, Evreux Way, Rugby, CV21 2RR.
New animal welfare regulations which came into force on 1 October 2018 have changed the way we decide your licence application.
View Defra's guide for local authorities to enforce the new animal welfare regulations
If you wish to appeal against our decision you may do so to a magistrate. You must appeal within 21 days of the date you received the decision in writing.
There is a public register for this licence:
| Application for new licence | Application to renew licence | |
|---|---|---|
| Dog breeding | £240 | £190 |
A condition of this licence requires a vet to inspect your premises. You must pay the fee for the vet inspection separately.