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GENERAL
The attention of the Department was drawn to a farm the
owner of which had taken in unwanted animals. On inspection
several sick animals were found to be present. The owner was
instructed regarding the spread of disease and the premises will
receive periodic visits of inspection.
There were several instances of pigs, and on one occasion a
calf being found dead near public highways. These are cases of
"dumping" and in each instance post mortem examinations were
made by Veterinary Officers. No evidence of infectious or contagious
diseases were found. The carcases were disposed of by
burial in lime. It was not possible to ascertain the origin or
owners of these dead animals.
ANIMAL KEEPERS, ETC.
The following premises are situated within the Borough and
were regularly visited and inspected. No irregularities were found.
Stock Keepers 30
Farms (more than one type of animal) 43
Pig Keepers 48
Horses only 3
Poultry Keepers 26
Slaughterhouses 1
Riding Establishments 14
Animal Boarding Establishments 16
RIDING ESTABLISHMENTS ACT, 1964
Fourteen applications were received for the grant of licences
to keep Riding Establishments. The premises were inspected and
were referred to, and reported upon, by a Veterinary Surgeon and
a fire Prevention Officer. All animals available to be hired from the
premises were also examined by Veterinary Surgeons. Conditions
were satisfactory and the licences were issued.
PET ANIMALS ACT, 1951
Licences to deal in "Pet Animals" as defined by the Act were
issued to 28 applicants. The majority of the businesses were on a
small scale selling fish, tortoises, birds and small animals. A total
of 43 visits were made to the premises, 4 contraventions of the
terms of the licences being found and remedied.