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Code of Practice for the Operation of Breeding and Rearing Businesses (2014)

Domestic Animals Act 1994

Record of Audit/ Inspection (Working and Guardian Dog Breeder)Business Name:

Business Address:

Business Phone Number:

Proprietor:

Operations Manager:

Animal Attendants:

Veterinary Practitioner:

Council DAB registration number:

Date of Inspection: Date of last Inspection:

Full Audit: Other:

Scheduled Inspection: Unscheduled Inspection:

Officer/s Inspecting:

Person/s present at time of Inspection:

Copy of Code of Practice for the Operation of Breeding and Rearing Businesses [R1]: YES / NO

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Section 2: Staffing

Section 2(1): Proprietor

2(1) 1 Is the proprietor of the business responsible for: registration of the business and compliance with all

relevant legislation? the overall management and conduct of the business? ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Codes of

Practice? the health and wellbeing of all animals in the business? promoting and supporting relevant formal and informal

training for staff? ensuring there is a written and signed agreement stating

who will be responsible for any building or plant work, where both parties’ responsibilities are clearly defined if the proprietor is leasing the premises?

having a written agreement with sufficient veterinary practitioners to provide prompt treatment, other than first-aid, and, if necessary, euthanasia?

the protection of staff health at the business? the development and maintenance of an emergency

management plan? acting on reports of responsibilities by the operations

manager or staff? ensuring the maintenance and retention of records?

1 Enter as appropriate Y(es), N(o), NA (not applicable) or NFV (not fully verifiable)



2(1) 2 Has the proprietor established a written agreement with one or more veterinary practitioners to undertake the veterinary and health management planning and activities on behalf of the proprietor?

2(1) 3 Does the proprietor of the business have a written health management plan?

2(1) 4 Has the health management plan been formulated in consultation with a veterinary practitioner?

2(1) 5 Has the proprietor of the business adhered to a written health management plan that has been formulated in consultation with a veterinary practitioner?

2(1) 6 Has the health management plan been reviewed on an annual basis and/or whenever veterinary practitioners change, whichever is more frequent?

2(1) 7 Is the proprietor also the operations manager?

2(1) 8 Does the proprietor have experience and training in the management of dogs and/or cats?

List details:

2(1) 9 Is the proprietor competent in the management of a breeding business?

2(1) 10 Has the proprietor employed an operations manager with experience and training who is competent in the management of dogs and/or cats in a breeding business?

Section 2(2): Operations Manager



2(2) 11 Is the operations manager responsible, to the proprietor, for the day to day operation of the business which includes: ensuring the health and wellbeing of all animals in the

business? reporting to the proprietor on matters of compliance and

disease outbreaks within 24 hours of first observation? carrying out the directions of the veterinary practitioner? identifying and monitoring pregnant animals? supervising the movement of pregnant animals to

whelping/lactating accommodation? the supervision of staff and the provision of training? the maintenance and collation of records and statistics? supervision of daily feeding, watering, and inspection of

all animals? maintain the overall level of hygiene in the business,

including the disposal of waste materials? provision of prompt first aid and veterinary attention for

animals when required? responding to emergency situations for both humans and

animals including evacuation procedures? monitoring physical and psychological health of animals? seeking relevant expert advice for adverse behavioural

change in an animal? removal of animals from the breeding operation that have

been deemed not fit for breeding purposes? removal of animals from rearing operation that have been

deemed not fit for their end purpose? meeting the requirements to sell animals?

enacting retirement plan for retiring/retired breeding animals?

contributing to the development of and carrying out of



emergency management plans and actions in the event of an emergency?

monthly stock-take of animals housed at the business? acting upon reports by staff about their responsibilities?

2(2) 12 Does the operations manager have experience or qualifications and show current competency in the husbandry of the animals, allowing them to meet the animals’ physical and behavioural requirements in relation to: mating whelping feeding watering general health and well being

List experience and/or qualifications:

2(2) 13 Has the operations manager undertaken the DEPI provided Breeder Training Course?

2(2) 14 Has the operations manager renewed their competency at a minimum of 3 yearly intervals?

2(2) 15 Has the operations manager of a business with fertile breeding animals provided evidence of competency in husbandry and breeding of dogs/cats?

List evidence provided:

2(2) 16 Has the operations manager of a business with fertile breeding animals provided evidence of competency in knowledge of the requirements for: Exercise Socialisation Handling of dogs/cats




2(2) 17 Has the operations manager of a business with fertile breeding animals provided evidence of competency in record keeping?


2(2) 18 If an operations manager is in training and has not yet attained qualifications and/or experience, are they operating under the direction of a veterinary practitioner?

Section 2(3): Veterinary Practitioner

2(3) 19 Is there a written agreement between the proprietor and the veterinary practitioner?

2(3) 20 Does the veterinary practitioner have relevant experience in small animal health and management?

2(3) 21 Does the written agreement include arrangements for: the use of the veterinary practitioner’s facilities for the

treatment of animals? the provision of isolation housing if the business does not

have separate isolation housing and the supervision of animals in isolation at the business?

advice and development of the health management plan for the business?

providing vaccination certificates for kittens and puppies being sold from the business to accompany the guarantee?

Providing a general health check for kittens vaccinated by breeding businesses

be capable of providing veterinary assistance for the business at all times and able to provide treatment and/or services to the business within 6 hours of notification that veterinary attention is required?



available for 24 hour contact or treatment or can provide services through an alternative 24 hour or emergency practice?

2(3) 22 Where the veterinary practitioner is also the proprietor of the business, has the business undergone an annual inspection by an independent small animal veterinary practitioner?

2(3) 23 Is there evidence that the independent veterinary practitioner has reviewed the health management plan for the business and the vaccination and health status of all animals at the business?


2(3) 24 Is there evidence that the review has been signed by both the Proprietor and the independent small animal veterinary practitioner?

2(3) 25 Has this review by the independent veterinary practitioner been submitted to the Local Council for renewal of the business’ Domestic Animal Business registration?

2(3) 26 Are all animals housed for veterinary treatment or isolation at a veterinary practice under the direct veterinary supervision?

Section 2(4): Animal Attendants

2(4) 27 Are the animal attendants who work at the business trained, experienced and competent to properly manage the type of animals kept by the business (this includes volunteers)?


2(4) 28 Have the animal attendants undertaken the DEPI provided Breeder Training Course?



2(4) 29 Have the animal attendants renewed their competency at a minimum of 3 yearly intervals?

2(4) 30 If animal attendants are not trained, experienced or competent, are they under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager?

2(4) 31 Are the animal attendants reporting to the Operations Manager on these duties?: daily feeding daily watering daily inspection of all animals reporting any dead animals removal of bodies from the animal housing area daily cleaning of animal housing areas; that is removal of

faeces and soiled food, hosing out, replacing soiled bedding, cleaning of litter trays and feeding and watering utensils

administering medication and treatment as prescribed by veterinary practitioner

routine disinfection of animal housing areas and equipment

exercising of animals socialisation of animals

handling of animals provision of environmental enrichment for the animals record keeping

2(4) 32 Does the animal attendant immediately report to the operations manager any animals showing signs of: pregnancy whelping



queening oestrus

2(4) 33 Does the animal attendant immediately report to the operations manager animals showing any signs of injury or illness including: any serious physical abnormality any serious behavioural abnormality any change in normal behaviour in an animal indicative of

an animal health or welfare concern apparent pain bleeding of body parts swelling of body parts ear inflammation ear discharge ear discomfort bloating of abdomen difficulty or inability to urinate or defecate fits staggering inability to stand or walk

lack of appetite lameness patchy hair loss matted or cotted coat weight loss mastitis scratching of coat or ears observation of parasites swollen or inflamed third eyelid



any other signs that health or wellbeing is being compromised

2(4) 34 Does the animal attendant immediately report to the operations manager any animals showing signs of: coughing diarrhoea, especially if bloodstained red or brown coloured urine repeated sneezing runny nose runny or inflamed eyes vomiting

2(4) 35 If there is an animal that is showing signs of infectious disease does the animal attendant: isolate any animal showing signs of infectious disease disinfect their housing disinfect bedding material disinfect feeding utensils disinfect drinking utensils

2(4) 36 Where trainees or volunteers are working for the business do they work under the care and supervision of the operations manager?

37 Where trainees or volunteers are working for the business do they work under the care and supervision of a suitably qualified and competent animal attendant?

Section 2(5): Vehicle Driver



2(5) 38 Is the vehicle driver for the business experienced or adequately trained to carry out the following tasks: assessment, handling, and care of animals being

transported ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness, including routine

cleaning and disinfection of the vehicle ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness, including routine

cleaning and disinfection of the cages ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness, including routine

cleaning and disinfection of equipment used in the vehicle clean and disinfect the cargo area according to infectious

disease protocol after an animal showing signs of infectious disease has been removed, before the next animal is placed in the cargo area

inspect animals at least every 2 hours, or more frequently on veterinary advice

provide water clean cages where necessary ensure cages are secured within the vehicle


2(5) 39 Are animals transported for the minimum time practicable, taking into consideration the most direct route from the location where the animal was collected and the destination?

Section 2(6): Staff Ratio

2(6) 40 Is there a minimum of one full-time staff member onsite at the business for every 25 fertile animals (or equivalent) housed in the business during business hours?

2(6) 41 Is there a minimum of one staff member onsite at the business for every 100 fertile animals (or equivalent) housed in the business overnight?



2(6) 42 Are overnight staff available to care for: whelping/queening animals sick or injured animals undertake emergency activities should the need arise

2(6) 43 Are there sufficient staff (including those already residing at the business overnight) for a ratio of 1:50 fertile animals (or equivalent) housed in the business overnight ‘on call’ to attend the business in the case of an emergency?

2(6) 44 Are on call overnight staff able to travel to the property within 30 minutes of contact?

Section 2(7): Staff Health

2(7) 45 To protect staff health, is there a list of common zoonoses and hydatids associated with animals prominently displayed throughout the business?2

2(7) 46 Are staff educated in prevention of zoonoses?

2(7) 47 Are all personnel working with cats, especially women of childbearing age, aware of the risk of contracting toxoplasmosis?

2 for example in the staff common area or lunch room



2(7) 48 Is staff health protected by being provided with or having access to: a business induction upon commencing work adequate information and training on health, hygiene and

safety at the induction session personal protective clothing and equipment (such as

boots, coats, overalls etc.) hot and cold hand washing facilities with soap at the

business tetanus immunisation hand disinfectant placed at various locations around the

facility to allow staff to disinfect their hands between attending to different animals



Section 3: Facility Operation

Section 3(1): Visitor Facilities

3(1) 49 Are visitors to the business provided with access to hot and cold water hand washing facilities with soap?

Section 3(2): Business animal transport vehicle

3(2) 50 Where more than one animal is to be transported, do business vehicles used for transport of animals have provision for non-compatible animals to be physically separated and restrained or individually enclosed by compartment or cage, that is: a design that is both escape-proof and prevents the

protrusion of head and/or limbs of any animal carried weatherproof with adequate ventilation of vehicles, both

when stationary and in motion adequate ventilation of vehicles both when stationary

and in motion constructed of materials and a design that allows for

effective cleaning and disinfection maintained at a temperature between 10 and 32°C

at all times.

3(2) 51 Are cats individually caged within a vehicle?

3(2) 52 Where queens with kittens are caged together, is the cage sufficiently large enough for all cats to lie comfortably?

3(2) 53 Where dogs are transported in the cabin of animal transport vehicles, are they restrained or enclosed in a compartment or cage?

3(2) 54 Are any animals transported in the boot of a sedan?



Section 3(3): Security

3(3) 55 Are all animals securely confined to the property and prevented from escaping from the business?

3(3) 56 Is the business protected from the entry of unwanted animals?

3(3) 57 Are kennel or cattery buildings able to be securely locked?

3(3) 58 Is each individual kennel, cage, module or colony cage fitted with a secure closing device that cannot be opened by the animals?

3(3) 59 Do security methods used allow for ready access to animals, and exit for staff and animals from the premises in the event of an emergency?

3(3) 60 Are dogs and cats in the breeding and rearing business safe from:

attack stress injury

from other animals or people

Section 3(4): Euthanasia

3(4) 61 Is barbiturate overdose carried out by a veterinary practitioner used as the method of euthanasia?

3(4) 62 In emergency situations, do businesses carry out euthanasia under the direction of a veterinary practitioner?



3(4) 63 Where the veterinary practitioner provides approval to carry out euthanasia by a business, is there a written certificate or letter stating that permission was given when the permission was given why permission was given the approved form of euthanasia?


3(4) 64 Is the method of emergency euthanasia humane?

3(4) 65 Is blunt force trauma used as a form of euthanasia?

3(4) 66 Is euthanasia performed in an area that is separate from any animal housing areas at the business?

3(4) 67 Is euthanasia performed out of view of any other animals?

3(4) 68 Are puppies and kittens (8 weeks and under) that require euthanasia, euthanased by intraperitoneal injection of barbiturate by a veterinary practitioner?3

Section 3(5): Health Management Plan

3(5) 69 Does the business have a health management plan?

3(5) 70 Is the health management plan reviewed annually?

3(5) 71 Is the health management plan formulated in consultation with a veterinary practitioner?

3 as per the American Veterinary Medical Association Euthanasia Guidelines, 2013 Edition



3(5) 72 Are the plans signed off by a veterinary practitioner on an annual basis and whenever veterinary practitioners change, whichever is more frequent?

3(5) 73 Does the health management plan include protocols for: assessment for admission of new breeding animals to the

business protocols for quarantine and movement of animals,

including new animals introduced to the business. provision of appropriate diet for all animals at the

business hygiene, disinfection and disease prevention vaccination programs external parasite prevention and treatment programs

including screening for ear mites, dermatophytes, ticks, and ringworm

internal parasite prevention and treatment programs investigation and treatment of animals showing signs of

chlamydia investigation and management of FIP (Feline Infectious

Peritonitis) response to a general outbreak of disease grooming requirements approved methods of euthanasia in emergency situations management of isolation facilities (where isolation

facilities are constructed at the business) exercise environmental enrichment socialisation programs assessment programs for the health and welfare of

animals being reared for sale or as replacement breeding animals




health assessment for puppies and kittens for sale behavioural and welfare assessment of animals on a daily

basis processes for determining the suitability of breeding

animals to continue breeding within the business processes for long term management, desexing and/or

assessing suitability for rehoming or euthanasia of retired breeding animals

risk assessments of housing and exercise areas and risk management plan/s

pest management protocols development and display of emergency response plans

for both humans and animals including evacuation procedures at the business

3(5) 74 Has the business investigated repeated cases of diarrhoea leading to suspicion of FIP (Feline Infectious Peritonitis) by means of autopsy of cats that die or are euthanased due to their symptoms?

3(5) 75 Are cats showing clinical symptoms of FIP provided with palliative care prior to humane euthanasia?

3(5) 76 Where the business has confirmed multiple cases of FIP is the health management updated?

3(5) 77 Where the business has confirmed multiple cases of FIP is a breeding plan developed?



Section 4: Records

4 78 Does the proprietor of the business ensure that records detailed below are collected and kept for a period of no less than 5 years?

4 79 If the business has ceased, has all animal health and sale records been retained by the proprietor for 5 years?

4 80 Are all records kept in a location that will allow for physical inspection by an authorised officer immediately upon request?

Section 4(1): Business records

4(1) 81 Does the business keep the following records: current Domestic Animal Business registration paperwork a copy of a council registration certificate for each animal

over 12 weeks of age in the business a complete and up to date list of staff working for the

business; including, the following details for each individual: contact details, experience and/or qualifications, training history and tetanus vaccination status

emergency management and evacuation plans for the business including site maps

the current animal health management plan for the business

the written agreement/s for the business veterinary practitioner and complete contact details

any other contracts and contact details for external animal service providers

the business’ insect, ectoparasite and vertebrate pest management program and evidence that the program is being maintained and adhered to




all records related to selling of animals, hire out of and/or giving away of animals to and from the business

all records relating to the purchase or acquisition of animals into the business; including previous owner, microchip number, copies of transfer of ownership papers, health record and vaccination status at time to entry into the business

a complete copy of all records relating to staffing on a daily basis; for example, a daily staff roster

a complete copy of the guarantee health statement and rearing/care literature provided by the business to new owners of animals sold from the business

copies of all standard operating procedures for the business

monthly animal inventory under each age class of animal

Section 4(2): Staffing records

4(2) 82 Where staff are employed by the business, is there a complete set of daily staffing rosters kept for a period of no less than 5 years?

Section 4(3): Animal records

4(3) 83 Do all treatment records include: the date and time of the treatment administration person prescribing the treatment dosage and details of treatment person administering treatment dosage administered any relevant observation of the animal during and post

treatment name and signature of person administering the

treatment corresponding to the animal being treated



4(3) 84 Are records of daily observations and inspections being kept for a minimum of 5 years?

4(3)(a) 85 Are animal record files established at birth for each individual animal born and maintained according to the requirements until the ownership of the animal changes hands or the animal is deceased?

4(3)(a) 86 For animals under 12 weeks of age in the business, are the following records available? name (or other identification) microchip number (when implanted) sex breed birth date (or where the animal was purchased from

another breeder or private person and birthdate is unknown an approximate age based on veterinary assessment)

distinguishing features home pen location at the business (pen/cage location

and details) dam breed and sire breed, birth date, microchip number

and owner details a complete health care and veterinary history including:

vaccination records internal and external parasite control heartworm records (dogs only)

disposal records including date and mode of disposal, and the name and address of new owners

a copy of the vaccination certificate and breeder health declaration for the animal



name, address and contact number for the purchaser return records, including date, reason for return and

copies of supporting documentation, where applicable

4(3)(b) 87 For each animal over 12 weeks of age in the business, are the following records available? Council registration certificate name (or other identification) microchip number sex breed birth date4

distinguishing features home pen location at the business (pen/cage location

and details) sire and dam details

breeds birth dates microchip numbers owner details (where known)

animal acquisition date and details of previous owner a complete health care and veterinary history including:

vaccination records internal and external parasite control heartworm records (dogs only) breeding status

complete breeding history for each fertile male including dates of mating and identification of female

4 or where the animal was purchased from another breeder or private person and birthdate is unknown an approximate age based on veterinary assessment



joined with a copy of the veterinary signed retirement plan for

each breeding animal disposal records including date and mode of disposal,

and the name and address of new owners return records, including date, reason for return and

copies of supporting documentation, where applicable

4(3)(b) 88 For each fertile female in the business, are the following records available? complete breeding history dates of mating dates of birthing number of offspring born for each litter including weeks

gestation at birth number of offspring born alive number of offspring born dead any birth complications and a record of treatment

administered number of offspring alive at 8 weeks of age microchip number for all offspring alive at 8 weeks of age any veterinary treatment provided post birthing and/or

during lactation

4(3)(c) 89 Is the following information displayed clearly on each pen/cage in the form of an identification card for every animal: name description

breed sex microchip number



4(3)(c) 90 Does each identification card also indicate whether the animals are receiving additional care and type of care?

And for females, the number, birthdate, sex and details of offspring?

Section 5: Sale of Animals

5 91 Are all animals being sold from the business accompanied with a breeder health declaration?

Including the following: details of any known physical abnormality at the time of

sale how that abnormality may affect the short and long-term

health and welfare of the animal

5 92 Are all animals being sold from the business accompanied with a vaccination certificate stating the date of the last vaccination and the due date for the next vaccination?

5 93 When kittens/cats have been vaccinated by the breeder, are sold, is the new owner provided with a certificate signed by a veterinary practitioner (or a copy of the veterinary health notes)?

5 94 Does the vaccination certificate state the following: that the kitten/cat has had a general health check the outcomes of that general health check



the date of the general health check

5 95 Do all sold animals have a current vaccination in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations?

5 96 Are all records of vaccination, heartworm (dogs only) and parasite control for animals being sold provided to the new owner?

5 97 Are all animals being sold or given away from the business implanted with a microchip by an authorised implanter?

5 98 Are all animals being sold or given away from the business accompanied by a signed transfer of microchip ownership form which is provided to the new owner upon collection of the animal?

5 99 Are purchasers of animals desexed prior to sale provided with a copy of the desexing certificate?

5 100 Do animals permanently leave the business before 8 weeks of age?

5 101 Are new owners provided with literature about: appropriate feeding desexing parasite control

health - including procedures for emergency treatment during the guarantee period

housing



responsible pet ownership, including current legislation covering the registration of pet animals and training opportunities available

importance of training dogs and socialisation for cats and dogs

vaccination

Section 5(1): Guarantee

5(1) 102 Where an animal is returned to the business within 3 days of sale, for any reason not supported by a statement from a veterinary practitioner, does the business take back the animal and refund 75% of the purchase price?

5(1) 103 Where an animal is returned to the business within 21 days of sale accompanied by a statement from a veterinary practitioner that the animal is unacceptable for health reasons, does the business take back the animal and refund 100% of the purchase price?

5(1) 104 If an animal is diagnosed with, suffering from, dies, or is euthanased from a physical defect or disease that is traceable to the point of sale, within 3 years of purchase, where the owner of the animal provides supporting statements from a veterinary practitioner; including test results where a suitable test is available, does the business refund 100% of the purchase price?

5(1) 105 If the reason for diagnosis, death, or euthanasia is a result of a



heritable defect, are the parents and any offspring from those parents still held by the business tested and managed for that heritable defect as per Sections 6 (3) (a) and 7 (3) (a) of the Code?

5(1) 106 Are test results and death certificates linked with the animal’s microchip number?

Section 6: Management of Dogs

Section 6(1): Nutrition

6(1) 107 Is the food provided: sufficient in quantity sufficient in nutritional quality canine appropriate scientifically balanced, to meet the daily requirements

for the condition, age and size of the animal

6(1) 108 Is the minimum quantity and nutritional quality of feed detailed within the health management plan developed in conjunction with, and signed off by, a veterinary practitioner for each classification of dog in the business?

6(1) 109 Is the main meal of the day provided in a food receptacle that has been cleaned of all uneaten food?

6(1) 110 Are all adult and adolescent dogs fed a minimum of once daily from a food receptacle?



6(1) 111 Are pregnant and lactating bitches fed at least twice daily, or under instruction from a veterinary practitioner, from a food receptacle?

6(1) 112 Are puppies 3 weeks of age to weaning provided with an appropriate food in a shallow food receptacle?

6(1) 113 Are fully weaned puppies less than 16 weeks of age fed a minimum of three times daily from a food receptacle?

6(1) 114 Are fully weaned puppies less than 16 weeks of age left without food for a period of more than 12 hours?

6(1) 115 Are puppies between 4 and 6 months of age fed a minimum of twice daily from a food receptacle?

6(1) 116 Are puppies between 4 and 6 months of age left without food for a period of more than 12 hours?

6(1) 117 Are orphaned and pre-weaned puppies fed under the direction of a veterinary practitioner?

6(1) 118 When multiply housed, is each animal provided with their own food receptacle?

6(1) 119 Has the operations manager ensured all animals are socially compatible to feed together and are able to eat a sufficient quantity of food without duress?

6(1) 120 Are dogs being fed raw offal?



6(1) 121 Is feeding raw offal part of the business’ animal health management plan?

6(1) 122 Is feeding raw offal undertaken in conjunction with a complete worming program?

6(1) 123 Is food stored appropriately in sealed containers, which must be vermin proof, and refrigerated where manufacturers recommendations suggest it is required?

6(1) 124 Does the business hold a minimum of five days food supply at all times?

6(1) 125 Is the preparation of food conducted in hygienic areas?

6(1) 126 Are the food preparation areas cleaned and disinfected after food is prepared?

6(1) 127 Are food receptacles non-spillable?

6(1) 128 Are food receptacles made of a material that can be cleaned and disinfected?

6(1) 129 Could the receptacles cause injury to animals?

6(1)(a) 130 Do all animals have access, in their housing area, at all times, to a permanent supply of fresh, clean, water daily?



6(1)(a) 131 Are water receptacles: non-spillable made of a material that can be cleaned and disinfected

large enough to hold sufficient water for all dogs to be able to drink at any one time

able to hold sufficient water for all dogs in a pen shallow enough for young puppies to prevent injury or

drowning

Section 6(2): Health care

6(2) 132 Do all dogs, regardless of breeding status, have a general health check by a veterinary practitioner at least once per year; or more frequently as directed by a veterinary practitioner

6(2) 133 Do all dogs have a general health check by a veterinary practitioner before first mating?

6(2) 134 Is there a certificate provided by veterinary practitioners to state that, at the time of examination, the dog was suitable to breed with?

6(2) 135 Are any health issues identified recorded in the animal’s individual health record?

6(2) 136 For identified health issues, is there evidence provided that a treatment plan was devised in conjunction with a veterinary practitioner, and implemented?



6(2) 137 Are all dogs with medium and long coats groomed by brushing or clipping, and if necessary bathing, at a frequency that ensures that coats are kept clean and in good condition?

6(2) 138 Does the business have an internal and external parasite control program?

6(2) 139 Does the business screen animals regularly for parasites as per the business health management plan?

6(2) 140 Do dogs with pendulous ears have their ears checked weekly?

6(2) 141 Is appropriate action taken to minimised ear infections?

6(2) 142 Do all dogs have their toenails checked and trimmed at a frequency that prevents overgrowth?

6(2)(a) 143 Are puppies vaccinated against the following: Canine distemper Infectious Canine Hepatitis Canine Parvovirus Canine Cough (parainfluenza (Type II) and Bordetella

bronchiseptica) Heartworm (except against veterinary advice) Internal and external parasite (eg fleas and ticks)

6(2)(a) 144 Is the first treatment/vaccine given before 10 days of age?



6(2)(a) 145 Do vaccination certificates include: dates of next treatment, details of the treatment required, a record of who administered the treatment signature of veterinary practitioner at each vaccination

6(2)(b) 146 Do all dogs over 12 weeks of age in the business have current vaccination against the following: Canine distemper Infectious Canine Hepatitis Canine Parvovirus Canine Cough (parainfluenza (Type II) and Bordetella

bronchiseptica) Heartworm (except against veterinary advice) Internal and external parasite (eg fleas and ticks)

6(2)(b) 147 Do vaccination certificates include: dates of next treatment, details of the treatment required, a record of who administered the treatment signature of veterinary practitioner at each vaccination

Section 6(3): Breeding

6(3) 148 Are breeding mates closely related to one another (for example, father and daughter; brother and sister; mother and son)?

6(3) 149 Where second degree matings (for example grandfather and granddaughter) are performed, has appropriate expert advice been sought prior?



6(3)(a) 150 Does the breeder comply with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986, particularly with respect to the Code of Practice for the Responsible Breeding of Animals with Heritable Defects that Cause Disease?

6(3)(a) 151 If the proprietor of any business is notified that an animal sold by the business has been diagnosed by a veterinary practitioner to have a heritable disease/defect, or provided with reasonable evidence of a heritable disease/defect in such an animal, have they stopped breeding from the parents of this animal until the following have been completed: test the parents, if they are still breeding, where an

acceptable test is available, or if a test is not available have the parents assessed by a veterinary practitioner for the defect, and

test any existing offspring of those parents still currently residing at the business where an acceptable test is available.

6(3)(a) 152 If one or both of the parents have the heritable defect, has genetic counseling been obtained from a veterinary practitioner prior to continuing to breed with those animals?

6(3)(a) 153 If any offspring have the heritable defect, has a sale or euthanasia plan been developed in conjunction with a veterinary practitioner?

6(3)(a) 154 Have all details about the heritable defect and likely outcomes for the animals and their owners been fully disclosed to



prospective purchasers?

6(3)(a) 155 Has any male or female animal in the business, who carry recessive genes for any heritable defect that causes a disease/defect identified by a veterinary practitioner, continued to be bred from together?

6(3)(b) 156 Are male dogs at least 12 months of age prior to their first mating?

6(3)(b) 157 Does each male receive a general health check by a veterinary practitioner prior to first mating to assess whether the dog is physically mature enough to be bred with?

6(3)(b) 158 Is there a certificate provided by veterinary practitioners to state that, at the time of examination, the dog is suitable to breed?

6(3)(b) 159 Do male dogs receive a veterinary practitioner general health check by a veterinary practitioner, at least annually?

6(3)(b) 160 If evidence of heritable defects from the puppies produced by this male are identified, has the dog continued to be bred without approval as suitable for continued breeding by a veterinary practitioner?

6(3)(b) 161 Are male dogs retired at 6 years of age, except where owners obtain veterinary certification to indicate that the dog is sufficiently healthy to continue breeding?

6(3)(b) 162 Are annual breeding clearance certificates for dogs continuing to breed from 6 years of age onwards provided?



6(3)(b) 163 Are dogs over 6 years of age assessed for prostatic disease as part of the annual health check?

6(3)(b) 164 Have dogs been castrated where assessment indicates castration is required?

6(3)(b) 165 Do male dogs mate with only 1 female dog at a time?

6(3)(b) 166 Do male dogs have at least 2 rest days every 60 days?

6(3)(c) 167 Are female dogs at least 12 months of age prior to their first mating?

6(3)(c) 168 Does a female receive a general health check by a veterinary practitioner prior to first mating?

6(3)(c) 169 Does the breeder have a certificate provided by a veterinary practitioner to state that the female is suitable to breed?

6(3)(c) 170 Do all female dogs, have a general health check by a veterinary practitioner at least once per year; within 8 weeks post-partum or more frequently as directed by a veterinary practitioner

6(3)(c) 171 Are all female dogs retired when they have had 5 litters in a lifetime?

6(3)(c) 172 If evidence of heritable defects from the puppies produced by this female are identified, has the female continued to be bred?



6(3)(d) 173 Where male dogs have reached 6 years of age and are no longer veterinary certified for breeding but are suitable for rehoming, is every effort made to rehome that animal to an appropriate home?

6(3)(d) 174 Where female dogs have had 5 litters and are suitable for rehoming, is every effort made to rehome that animal to an appropriate home?

6(3)(d) 175 When a dog is no longer veterinary certified, suitable or required for breeding, does the business refer to their health management plan for retirement options for that dog?

6(3)(d) 176 Are all retiring breeding females prevented from having further litters under the direction of a veterinary practitioner?

6(3)(d) 177 Are all retired animals microchipped?

6(3)(d) 178 Are all retired animals: rehomed to a suitable home; or kept by the business as a pet; or when dictated by a health and/or behaviour, or when an

acceptable home is unable to be found, be euthanased.

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6(3)(e) 179 Are mating pairs physically separated from other animals?

6(3)(e) 180 Are mating pairs monitored during mating?



6(3)(e) 181 If the female is being unduly harassed is she removed?

6(3)(e) 182 If the female is being unduly harassed, is veterinary advice sought if: there is a risk of injury to either dog for any other concern.

6(3)(e) 183 After mating, are both animals: physically separated (that is, placed back in their home

pens or other accommodation) assessed for signs of injury provided treatment where necessary

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6(3)(f) 184 Within 7 days of her due date, are pregnant bitches, who are being multiply housed, moved to a specific whelping housing area?

6(3)(f) 185 Within 7 days of her due date, are pregnant bitches, who are being multiply housed, provided with private accommodation containing a whelping box?

6(3)(f) 186 Where health allows, does: exercise socialisation enrichment handling for late pregnancy remain the same as for pregnant bitches?

6(3)(f) 187 As soon as the bitch shows signs of whelping, is fresh bedding provided?



6(3)(f) 188 Is the bitch continually monitored until birthing is complete?

6(3)(f) 189 If there are any abnormalities observed during the birthing process, is veterinary advice immediately sought?

6(3)(f) 190 If there are any concerns for the welfare of the bitch or pups during the birthing process, is veterinary advice immediately sought?

6(3)(f) 191 After birth is complete, is the bitch and her puppies monitored at least 6 hourly?

6(3)(f) 192 Is the birthing area completely cleaned within 24 hours of the completion of birthing?

6(3)(f) 193 Is all bedding changed within 24 hours of the completion of birthing?

6(3)(g) 194 Does monitoring of lactating bitches include observation of all puppies feeding the bitch is lactating.

6(3)(g) 195 If puppies do not gain weight, is veterinary advice sought?

6(3)(g) 196 For the first week post birth, are bitches examined twice daily for mastitis?

6(3)(g) 197 Is treatment provided immediately upon diagnosis of mastitis?



6(3)(g) 198 Is soiled bedding removed and clean bedding provided on a daily basis during lactation?

6(3)(g) 199 Are lactating bitches exercised?

6(3)(g) 200 Do puppies have a health check by a staff member within 12 hours of birth?

6(3)(g) 201 Does daily handling of puppies begin within 7 days of birth?

Section 6(6): Working and Guardian Dogs

6(6) 202 Are up to 4 compatible dogs housed together except when bitches are whelping or lactating?

6(6) 203 Are entire male and female dogs on or near oestrus housed together?

6(6) 204 Is the housing for guardian dogs (other than whelping and lactating dogs) as per guidelines in Guardian Dogs Best practice manual for the use of livestock guardian dogs?5

6(6)(a) 205 Are all working and guardian dogs, on days when they are not being used for working/guarding livestock or training, provided with a minimum of two 30 minute exercise sessions per day at least two hours apart?

6(6)(a) 206 Are puppies and lactating bitches who are not being used for working livestock provided with exercise and enrichment?

6(6)(b) 207 Does the health management plan for the business detail socialisation and handling programs for all animals?

5 http://www.feral.org.au/guardian-dogs/



6(6)(b) 208 Have guardian dogs been reared and trained in accordance with the Guardian Dogs Best practice manual for the use of livestock guardian dogs?6

6(6)(c) 209 Does the housing for guardian dogs (other than whelping and lactating dogs) meet guidelines in Guardian Dogs Best practice manual for the use of livestock guardian dogs?

6(6)(c) 210 Does the housing provide protection from the weather (wind, rain, sun and extremes of climate), vermin and harassment from other animals?

6(6)(c) 211 Are pens designed, constructed, serviced and maintained in a way that ensures the good health and well-being of animals, whilst preventing escape of animals and injury to humans and animals?

6(6)(c) 212 Are the pen construction materials suitable for ease of maintenance disinfection cleaning durability non-toxicity

6(6)(c) 213 Do all housing facilities display emergency evacuation procedures?

6(6)(c) 214 Are all staff fully familiar with the emergency evacuation procedures?

6 This exempts guardian dogs from the requirements of socialisation and handling.



6(6)(c) 215 Are enough pens constructed for the housing of all dogs kept at the business?

6(6)(c)(i) 216 Is the business clean and hygienic at all times?

6(6)(c)(i) 217 Are all pens and kennels used to house animals cleaned out at least once per day or more often as required?

6(6)(c)(i) 218 Where hosing is the preferred option, are dogs removed from the housing prior to hosing and then returned to the kennel/pens once cleaning is complete?

6(6)(c)(i) 219 Is the bedding area completely dry prior to returning dogs?

6(6)(c)(i) 220 Is all faeces removed prior to cleaning?

6(6)(c)(i) 221 Is all used bedding removed prior to cleaning?

6(6)(c)(i) 222 Is all uneaten food removed prior to cleaning?

6(6)(c)(i) 223 Is uneaten food, disposable bedding, food containers, and general waste from the business placed in a waste disposal device?

6(6)(c)(i) 224 Is waste disposal in accordance with the requirements of the appropriate statutory authority?

6(6)(c)(i) 225 Is a trade waste service for collection and disposal of wastes used?

6(6)(c)(i) 226 Is waste incinerated?

If yes, is the incinerator registered with the appropriate



authority?

6(6)(c)(i) 227 Does the business have an adequate water supply?

6(6)(c)(i) 228 Is the business sewered, on a septic system, or have some other adequate method of disposing of faeces approved by the appropriate authority?

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6(6)(c)(i) 229 Are open pits used to collect run off from drains?

6(6)(c)(i) 230 Are all watering and feeding utensils rinsed daily?

6(6)(c)(i) 231 Are all watering and feeding utensils washed in hot soapy water or in a dishwasher at least once per week or more often to ensure bowls are clean and free of food, mould etc?

6(6)(c)(i) 232 Are enrichment toys washed in hot soapy water at least once per week or more often if soiled?

6(6)(c)(i) 233 Are enrichment toys disinfected when moved between litters?

6(6)(c)(i) 234 Are utensils rinsed after disinfection to avoid poisoning?

6(6)(c)(i) 235 Are pens disinfected, using hospital grade disinfectants weekly and: prior to the introduction of a new dog prior to whelping upon the removal of puppies

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6(6)(c)(i) 236 Are the following pests effectively controlled at the business: List how:



fleas ticks flies mosquitoes rodents

6(6)(c)(i) 237 Is the management of these pests included in the business’ health management plan?

6(6)(c)(i) 238 Are registered chemicals used for pest control used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions?

6(6)(c)(i) 239 Are the registered chemicals used for pest control either prescribed by a registered veterinary practitioner or used in accordance with the appropriate authority?

6(6)(c)(i) 240 If any pest traps are used are they done so in accordance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 and Regulations?

6(6)(c)(i) 241 Are all Material Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used at the business kept on site?

6(6)(c)(i) 242 Are all Material Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used at the business made available to an authorised officer on request?

6(6)(c)(ii) 243 Does the business provide an area for isolation of animals suspected of having an infectious disease?

6(6)(c)(ii) 244 Does the business have a written agreement with a veterinary practitioner to provide isolation facilities off site at a veterinary practice?



6(6)(c)(ii) 245 Is the isolation housing within the business physically separated by an impervious barrier?

6(6)(c)(ii) 246 Is the isolation housing within the business a distance of at least 10 metres from other types of animal housing areas at the business?

6(6)(c)(ii) 247 Does drainage run from isolation areas to or through other animal housing?

6(6)(c)(ii) 248 Are animals in isolation maintained in an area approved in the business animal health management plan?

6(6)(c)(ii) 249 Are all animals confined in isolation housing under the supervision of a veterinary practitioner?

6(6)(c)(ii) 250 Is the fate of an animal decided by a veterinary practitioner?

6(6)(c)(iii) 251 Are dogs tethered in accordance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 and Regulations?

6(6)(c)(iii) 252 Are Pregnant bitches more than 7 weeks gestation tethered?

6(6)(c)(iii) 253 Are whelping bitches tethered?

6(6)(c)(iii) 254 Are lactating bitches with puppies tethered?

6(6)(c)(iv) 255 Are non-pregnant female, pregnant and male working dogs housed in raised pens?

6(6)(c)(iv) 256 Do raised pens have a floor area of a minimum of 2.5 square



metres and a minimum pen height (from floor of pen to roof) of 0.9m?

6(6)(c)(iv) 257 Is a minimum of 0.9 square metres of the floor of the pen weatherproof?

6(6)(c)(iv) 258 Is any part of the pen floor made of wire?

6(6)(c)(iv) 259 Are pens stacked on top of one another?

6(6)(c)(iv) 260 Are pregnant bitches removed from raised pens and moved into whelping pens within 7 days of due date?

6(6)(c)(iv) 261 When multiply housed, are the minimum pen sizes increased by a factor of the number of dogs?

6(6)(c)(iv) 262 Are working dogs that are not housed in raised pens housed in runs that meet the minimum size requirements for raised pens?

6(6)(c)(v) 263 Are all bitches within 7 days of whelping housed in whelping/lactating pens?

6(6)(c)(v) 264 Are all bitches with puppies housed in whelping/lactating pens?

6(6)(c)(v) 265 Do whelping/lactating pens have: a minimum floor area of 10 square metres a minimum width of 1.2 metres a minimum height of 1.8 metres

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6(6)(c)(v) 266 Is one third of the floor area made impervious?



6(6)(c)(v) 267 Is the remainder of the floor area of the pen made of any substance except wire?

6(6)(c)(v) 268 Are floor areas allowed to remain muddy?

6(6)(c)(v) 269 Do floors become sufficiently dusty that the bitch and her pups are at risk?

6(6)(c)(v) 270 Is whelping and lactating housing maintained at a temperature between 10 and 32 °C?

6(6)(c)(v) 271 Is the pen area drained to prevent pooling of liquids?

6(6)(c)(v) 272 Do all pens provide the dogs with continuous access to natural day light during the day?

6(6)(c)(v) 273 Are pens separated by: solid partitions or galvanised chain wire or weld mesh wire dividers

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6(6)(c)(v) 274 Are the pens of a design that will not cause injury to the animal?

6(6)(c)(v) 275 Are the internal surfaces of the external walls of kennel buildings constructed of the following: impervious; and solid; and washable materials

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6(6)(c)(v) 276 Is the bitch provided with sufficient weatherproof area and List details:



bedding to: provide her with privacy from neighbouring dogs; provide her and her pups sufficient bedding that they can

all lie comfortably for feeding and rest; and provide an area of retreat that the bitch can go to, to have

a break from her puppies (this can be achieved via the construction of a low wall in the middle of the weatherproof area).

6(6)(c)(v) 277 Are all beds: not made predominantly of concrete or metal raised off the ground to prevent drafts

contain soft bedding material changed weekly or daily if soiled

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6(6)(c)(v) 278 Are all whelping bitches provided with a whelping box?

6(6)(c)(v) 279 Is the whelping box large enough for the bitch to lie comfortably while whelping and to accommodate the bitch and her puppies for the first 4 weeks after whelping?

6(6)(c)(v) 280 Does the whelping box either have solid sides that can be easily disinfected or be disposable?

6(6)(c)(v) 281 Is the whelping box of a height that will allow the bitch to exit readily but will prevent puppies under 4 weeks from falling out?

6(6)(c)(v) 282 Do whelping boxes contain bedding that is: soft absorbent easily disposed of or

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cleaned and disinfected when soiled

6(6)(c)(v) 283 Do lactation pens contain bedding that is: soft absorbent easily disposed of; or cleaned and disinfected when soiled

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6(6)(c)(v) 284 Are puppies less than 16 weeks of age housed together in a whelping/lactating pen of a minimum area of 10 square metres?

6(6)(c)(v) 285 Are puppies moved to general housing from 16 weeks of age?

6(6)(c)(vi) 286 Where dog pens are permanently indoors, is natural daylight during daylight hours provided?

6(6)(c)(vi) 287 Where dog pens are permanently indoors are the following managed: temperature humidity ventilation

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6(6)(c)(vi) 288 Is ventilation adequate to keep animal housing areas free of: dampness noxious odours draughts

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6(6)(c)(vi) 289 Do kennel areas have: an air change rate of 8-12 changes per hour to prevent

the build up of foul odours ventilation devices that avoid draughts and distribute



fresh air evenly to all of the housing areas

6(6)(c)(vi) 290 Where forced ventilation is the only form of air, does the building have: air recirculation units incorporating effective air cleaning

and filtration; and a back-up and alarm system in case of power failures; and maintenance of temperature in the range of 10-32°C

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