Description:
A short description of the legislation.
The objects of this Act are—
(a) to prevent cruelty to animals, and
(b) to promote the welfare of animals by requiring a person in charge of an animal—
(i) to provide care for the animal, and
(ii) to treat the animal in a humane manner, and
(iii) to ensure the welfare of the animal, and
© to promote the welfare of dogs and cats by requiring information about them to be provided when they are advertised for sale.
Application to Australian agriculture:
Where the legislation is applicable.
This Act outlines the treatment standards for animals involved in agriculture in NSW.
Compliance information:
Often the evidence of compliance against a piece of legislation is that there is not a breach of the Act. Where appropriate, the developers of this database have listed evidence which could be used to show compliance if a breach was to be found. Many Best Management Practice (BMP) schemes and other certifications in Australian agriculture include this evidence for accreditation.
The following documentation/information is required to
provide evidence of compliance.
Compliance is enforced strictly by Inspectors and Officers.
Additional information:
The entity this legislation originates from.
NSW Legislation →
Source documents:
Links to the legislation documents.