Dog breeding licence

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:

• breeding dogs

You can apply online or download the application form below.

Download the application form

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:

View the online register

Vet Inspections

A condition of this licence requires a vet to inspect your premises. You must pay the fee for the vet inspection separately.