Domestic Animals Act 2000
74ASale of older dogs and cats not de-sexed
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74A Sale of older dogs and cats not de-sexed (a) the person sells a dog or cat that has not been de-sexed; and (b) either— (i) for a dog—the dog is 6 months old or older; or (ii) for a cat—the cat is 3 months old or older; and (c) the person does not hold a permit for the dog or cat. (3) Subsection (1) does not apply to— (a) a dog or cat if a veterinary practitioner certifies, in writing, before the dog was sold that de-sexing the animal would be a serious health risk to the animal; or (b) a registered racing greyhound.