Transportation Policy
To comply with the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals) Regulations 2018, we have policies and procedures in place to ensure safe transportation of dogs, to ensure that they are protected from any pain, suffering, injury or disease.
| Action | Procedure |
| Transport by vehicle – vehicle used | License Holders owned Vehicle. T6 VW Van with back section separated with a bulk head. |
| Emergency transport by vehicle – vehicle used | Emergency Contacts’ vehicles or License Holders alternative car |
| Housing of dogs during transport – harness / guard / crate | Guarded area at rear of license holders vehicle for two dogs; harnesses attached to seatbelts for accommodation of emergencies in any car |
| Housing of dogs during transport – temperature and ventilation | Air conditioning and open windows in warm weather and heaters and blankets in cold weather. |
| Cleaning and disinfection of transport | Vehicle disinfected weekly internally and cleaned externally monthly. |
| Minding of dogs while in a vehicle | Dogs never be left in any vehicle alone at any time whether travelling or stationery |
| Hydration of dogs while in transport | A water container and bowls will be stored in vehicle. |
| Toilet breaks for dogs in transport | Dogs will not be transported for long distances, but will in any case receive toilet breaks before and after any necessary transport. Should it be necessary to transport a dog for a long distance, regular hourly toilet breaks will be provided. |