Licence summary
A licence is required to keep a dangerous wild animal as prescribed by the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976
Eligibility criteria
Persons convicted of an offence under this Act, the Protection of Animals Act 1911 or of an offence under any of sections 4, 5, 6(1) and (2), 7 to 9 and 11 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 are not eligible to apply.
Application process
All animal licences issued by the authority are determined by the Animal Welfare Officer based on principals of good animal welfare and veterinary advice. An inspection will be made before any application is granted. We recommend applicants make contact with the Animal Welfare Officer before applying
Apply by post
Download form, complete and post to the address below:
Regulatory Services (Neighbourhoods)
Southampton City Council
Floor 5
One Guildhall Square
Southampton
SO14 7FP
Tel: 023 8083 2531
Email: environmental.health@southampton.gov.uk
Will tacit consent apply?
No, an inspection will need to be made before any application is granted in order to safeguard animal welfare and public health and protection.
Failed application redress
If you are refused a licence or disagree with the conditions, there is a right of appeal to the Magistrates’ Court
Southampton City Council
