Animal Welfare (Dogs) Regulations 2026
41Breeding of dogs at facilities
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41 Breeding of dogs at facilities
(1) If dogs are being mated at a facility, the person in charge of the facility must ensure that, while the dogs are being mated, the dogs are –
(a) isolated from any other dogs within the facility; and
(b) regularly monitored by a person to ensure that neither dog is distressed, unwell or injured.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.
(2) A person in charge of a facility must ensure that a bitch whelping at the facility is isolated from other dogs within the facility.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.