How to Apply FOR A PET SHOP LICENCE

Please complete the Pet shop application form and submit this with your payment of the fee to Melton Borough Council.   The fee is currently £95.

Once received, your application will be assessed by Environmental Health and the Animal Licensing Officer and your premises will be subject to an inspection.  Provided the results are satisfactory then a licence with conditions will be issued.

Licences run from January to December each year and are renewable by December 31st. There are no pro-rata refunds for applications made part way through a year.

If you are considering opening a new Pet Shop you are advised to speak to our Dog Warden / Animal Licensing Officer and ensure you have any necessary planning permissions.

Animal Licensing Officer 

The Animal Licensing Officer is responsible for the inspection, licensing and investigation of complaints with regard to Animal Boarding Establishments, Dog Breeding Establishments, Pet Shops and Zoos.

He is also available to give advice to anyone who is operating or thinking of setting up one of these businesses in this area. He can be contacted on 01664 502502.