Animal Research Act 1985
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54A Definitions
54A Definitions
In this Part—
animal rescue organisation includes an animal shelter, foster carer or foster care network that provides temporary care for an animal for the purpose of finding a new home for the animal.
authorised person means the following—
(a) an accredited research establishment,
(b) the holder of an animal research authority.
rehome means giving an animal to—
(a) a suitable individual, or
(b) an animal rescue organisation.
relevant animal means a dog or a cat.
suitable individual means an individual who—
(a) agrees to provide an animal with a home and appropriate care, and
(b) agrees to not keep the animal for animal research, and
(c) meets criteria prescribed by the regulations for the purpose of this definition.
s 54A: Ins 2022 No 66, Sch 1[4].