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Dangerous animals licence
In order to keep any animal classed as a 'dangerous wild animal' a licence is required. The local authority issues licences and, in addition to powers of inspection, can also seize any animal being kept on premises which are unlicensed. Zoos, pet shops and circuses are not included under this Licence as these premises are subject to separate licensing requirements. In the UK a schedule included with the relevant legislation contains a list of the various animals classed as 'dangerous wild animals