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Wildlife Act 1975
48CRecovery or disposal of animal
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48C Recovery or disposal of animal
(1) The owner of a dog or cat which has been seized under section 48A may recover that animal if he or she pays the amount fixed by the Council within 8 days of the seizure of that animal.
(2) If the dog or cat is not recovered by its owner within 8 days of seizure, the Council may sell or destroy it.