Dog or cat boarding and day care licence

Fees

Some inspections (often first inspections) require a veterinary surgeon to attend. Where this applies their charge is included in our fee. Prices include VAT where appropriate:

First licence

first licence application fee: £220 (non refundable)

first licence completion fee: £175

Renewal

renewal application fee: £175 (non refundable)

renewal completion fee: £175

Grading

grading review: £96

Variation

variation: £118

A licence is valid for up to 3 years depending on inspection and star grading.

Refunds

Refunds of licence fees are not normally given. Only in exceptional circumstances, as deemed by the Head of Regulatory Services, will a refund be considered. Any refunds given may be subject to an administration charge or reduced if officers or the council’s vet have made site visits.