Licence summary
To run a boarding kennel or cattery, you need a licence from the local authority. The number of dogs and cats that may be accommodated will be specified on the licence along with other specific conditions.
Gosport Borough Council may authorise an officer, veterinary surgeon or practitioner to inspect licensed premises.
Eligibility criteria
An applicant must not be disqualified from any of the following at the time of the application:
Regulation summary
A summary of the eligibility criteria for this licence (external website)
Animal licensing legislation (external website)
Application evaluation process
Fees will be payable for applications and conditions may be attached.
The following criteria will be considered when the application is being evaluated:
Will tacit consent apply?
No. It is in the public interest that the authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from the local authority within a reasonable period, please contact it. You can do this online here if you applied through the UK Welcomes service or use the contact details below.
Apply online (via gov.uk)
Apply to run an animal boarding establishment (external website)
Renew your licence to run an animal boarding licence (external website)
Change an establishment boarding establishment licence (external website)
Failed application redress
Please contact us in the first instance.
Any applicant who is refused a licence can appeal to their local Magistrates' court.
Licence holder redress
Please contact us in the first instance.
Any licence holder who wishes to appeal against a condition attached to their licence can appeal to their local Magistrates' court.
Consumer complaint
We would always advise that in the event of a complaint the first contact is made with the trader by you - preferably in the form a letter (with proof of delivery).