Apply for a licence
Before you apply
Please read our Privacy Notice before making an application.
You should also read the guidance notes on GOV.UK website.
Document you will need to complete your application
You will need to upload digital versions of the following documents in order to complete your application:
- A plan of the premises you use
- Insurance policy
- Operating procedures
- Risk assessments (including fire)
- Infection control procedure
- Qualifications
- Training records
Fees and application forms
If you are applying for a new licence for breeding dogs, selling animals as pets, hiring out horses or exhibiting animals, we will also arrange a vet inspection.
Riding schools will be inspected by a vet annually.
We will recharge the applicant or licence holder for all costs incurred in arranging the inspections (including the vet fees).
| Licence Type and application form | Fees from 1 April 2024 |
Fees from 1 April 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Animal boarding for cats and/or dogs | £460.35 | £469.55 |
| Selling animals as pets | £460.35 + vet fee (if required) | £469.55 + vet fee (if required) |
| Dog breeding | £460.35 + vet fee (if required) | £469.55 + vet fee (if required) |
| Hiring out horses | £460.35 + vet fee | £469.55 + vet fee |
| Keeping or training animals for exhibition | £460.35 + vet fee (if required) | £469.55 + vet fee (if required) |
| Zoo Licence - please email licensing@cherwell-dc.gov.uk for further details and application form. |
£687.50 + vet fee (if required) | £701.25 + vet fee (if required) |