Regulation and operation of local government animal pounds, including mandatory standards, welfare conditions, inspections, and reporting requirements.
WA local government animal pounds are governed by existing animal welfare legislation; complaints ca
Minister addresses animal pound standards, inspections, and reporting, referencing existing legislat
“Under the Animal Welfare Act 2002 , local government pounds are subject to the general cruelty provisions in section 19, such as the provision of proper and sufficient food, water and shelter.”
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