Animal Health and Welfare
Dudley Council recognises that animals have the right to a life free of cruelty and unnecessary suffering.
Animal Licences
A licence must be held for certain activities and premises where animals may be kept
DEFRA
DEFRA has the latest news in safeguarding our natural environment and updates on bird flu (avian influenza)
Dog Welfare and Control
Information on losing your dog, finding a stray, noise complaints, fouling, microchipping, and breeding
Badgers
Badgers are protected by law. It is illegal to kill, injure or interfere with them in any way
Bird Welfare and Nuisance Birds
Some birds can be a nuisance, with noise, fouling, damage, and aggressive behaviour
Catering Waste and Farm Animals
Catering waste can be a major source of disease if fed to farmed animals
Animal Welfare Charter
We support all current legislation and changes to improve the protection of animals
Bluetongue
Bluetongue is a notifiable animal disease. If suspected, farmers must report it immediately on 03000 200 301 (England) and 0300 303 8268 (Wales).
- Current Defra information on cases, zones and guidance
- BTV hotline 024 7771 0386
- Government guidance on preventing and stopping the spread of Bluetongue
- Ruminant Health & Welfare and the NFU website contain practical and up to date information for farmers
- Up to date information about BTV3 vaccination
Useful Information
Contact Us
Telephone: 0300 555 2345
Opening hours: Monday to Friday - 8.45am to 5pm
Offices are closed on weekends and bank holidays.