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Domestic Animals Act 2000
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80 Earmarkings (1) A veterinary practitioner must not, without reasonable excuse, de-sex a dog or cat unless the veterinary practitioner marks an ear of the dog or cat with a tattoo. (2) A certificate signed by a veterinary practitioner stating that a dog or cat has been de-sexed is evidence that the dog or cat has been de-sexed unless the contrary is proved.