Animal Exhibition License Regulations

Overview of Animal Exhibition Licence for Pet Cafes

• Permanent animal exhibition licence is mandatory for operating pet cafes with animal interactions.
• Issued by Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) under the Animals and Birds Rules 2004.
• Annual renewal is required and compliance with various governmental agency regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities of the Licensee

• The licensee is responsible for the welfare, health, and orderly operation of all exhibited animals.
• Staff must be adequately trained in animal care and welfare protocols.
• Immediate application for licence transfer is required if the named licensee changes.

Animal Health and Welfare Standards

• Animals must be healthy and kept in clean, comfortable living conditions.
• No new animals can be introduced to an established group without prior testing.
• Cannot sell or give away animals without AVS approval.

Facilities and Environment Requirements

• Proper shelter, ventilation, space for movement, and hiding places must be provided.
• High sanitation standards through regular cleaning and disinfection of living areas.
• A quiet isolation area must be available for sick animals, with swift veterinary intervention when necessary.

Waste Management Protocols

• A dedicated toileting area for animals must be established, hidden from public view.
• Waste must be managed strictly, including frequent removal and secure daily disposal.
• For cat cafes, litter boxes must be kept out of public access and maintained regularly.

Healthcare and Vaccination Standards

• A licensed veterinarian must oversee animal healthcare, including vaccinations and parasite treatments.
• All animals must be certified healthy and free of diseases prior to entry, with documented veterinary health certificates.
• Regular monitoring of animal health and nutrition is required, along with clean drinking water provided at all times.

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Detailed records of all animals must be maintained, capturing species, health history, and incident reports.
• Documentation must be readily available for AVS inspection, including vaccination certificates and health assessments.
• Dogs in the premises need valid licences.

Human-Animal Interaction Guidelines

• Strict procedures must be in place to ensure the safety and comfort of both animals and customers.
• Hand sanitizers and reminders for hygiene must be available.
• Children must be supervised, and customers cannot bring their own pets or feed the animals.

Training and Staffing Requirements

• Staff must be trained in animal care, stress management, and disease recognition.
• Knowledge of the exhibition licence conditions is critical for all personnel.
• AVS approval is required for any significant operational changes and for procedures on animal handling.

Emergency Preparedness and Exit Plan

• Display an emergency contact number for immediate public access.
• A current exit plan detailing animal disposition must be maintained in case of business cessation.

Additional Conditions

• Compliance with the facility design and customer interaction limits approved by AVS is essential.
• Continuous monitoring and potential additional conditions may be imposed by AVS during inspections.### Testing for Toxoplasma gondii
• Cats must be tested for Toxoplasma gondii IgG and IgM antibodies.
• Acceptable testing methods include immunofluorescent antibody test (IFAT) and Vetall SensPERT test kit.

IFAT Specifics

• IgG antibody level of less than 1/64 is test negative.
• IgM antibody level of less than 1/16 is test negative.

Vetall SensPERT Test Kit

• Absence of a purple band on the IgG/IgM test line indicates a negative result for the respective antibody.
• A purple band must appear at the control line to validate the test.

Laboratory Requirements

• If tested outside Singapore, the laboratory must be recognized by the country's government.
• Test reports must be in English, include the animal's name and microchip number, date of blood sample collection, and testing method used.
• Updated guidelines as of 18 July 2024.

Overview of Animal Exhibition Licence for Pet Cafes

• Permanent animal exhibition licence is mandatory for operating pet cafes with animal interactions.
• Issued by Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) under the Animals and Birds Rules 2004.
• Annual renewal is required and compliance with various governmental agency regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities of the Licensee

• The licensee is responsible for the welfare, health, and orderly operation of all exhibited animals.
• Staff must be adequately trained in animal care and welfare protocols.
• Immediate application for licence transfer is required if the named licensee changes.

Animal Health and Welfare Standards

• Animals must be healthy and kept in clean, comfortable living conditions.
• No new animals can be introduced to an established group without prior testing.
• Cannot sell or give away animals without AVS approval.

Facilities and Environment Requirements

• Proper shelter, ventilation, space for movement, and hiding places must be provided.
• High sanitation standards through regular cleaning and disinfection of living areas.
• A quiet isolation area must be available for sick animals, with swift veterinary intervention when necessary.

Waste Management Protocols

• A dedicated toileting area for animals must be established, hidden from public view.
• Waste must be managed strictly, including frequent removal and secure daily disposal.
• For cat cafes, litter boxes must be kept out of public access and maintained regularly.

Healthcare and Vaccination Standards

• A licensed veterinarian must oversee animal healthcare, including vaccinations and parasite treatments.
• All animals must be certified healthy and free of diseases prior to entry, with documented veterinary health certificates.
• Regular monitoring of animal health and nutrition is required, along with clean drinking water provided at all times.

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Detailed records of all animals must be maintained, capturing species, health history, and incident reports.
• Documentation must be readily available for AVS inspection, including vaccination certificates and health assessments.
• Dogs in the premises need valid licences.

Human-Animal Interaction Guidelines

• Strict procedures must be in place to ensure the safety and comfort of both animals and customers.
• Hand sanitizers and reminders for hygiene must be available.
• Children must be supervised, and customers cannot bring their own pets or feed the animals.

Training and Staffing Requirements

• Staff must be trained in animal care, stress management, and disease recognition.
• Knowledge of the exhibition licence conditions is critical for all personnel.
• AVS approval is required for any significant operational changes and for procedures on animal handling.

Emergency Preparedness and Exit Plan

• Display an emergency contact number for immediate public access.
• A current exit plan detailing animal disposition must be maintained in case of business cessation.

Additional Conditions

• Compliance with the facility design and customer interaction limits approved by AVS is essential.
• Continuous monitoring and potential additional conditions may be imposed by AVS during inspections.### Testing for Toxoplasma gondii
• Cats must be tested for Toxoplasma gondii IgG and IgM antibodies.
• Acceptable testing methods include immunofluorescent antibody test (IFAT) and Vetall SensPERT test kit.

IFAT Specifics

• IgG antibody level of less than 1/64 is test negative.
• IgM antibody level of less than 1/16 is test negative.

Vetall SensPERT Test Kit

• Absence of a purple band on the IgG/IgM test line indicates a negative result for the respective antibody.
• A purple band must appear at the control line to validate the test.

Laboratory Requirements

• If tested outside Singapore, the laboratory must be recognized by the country's government.
• Test reports must be in English, include the animal's name and microchip number, date of blood sample collection, and testing method used.
• Updated guidelines as of 18 July 2024.

Overview of Animal Exhibition Licence for Pet Cafes

• Permanent animal exhibition licence is mandatory for operating pet cafes with animal interactions.
• Issued by Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) under the Animals and Birds Rules 2004.
• Annual renewal is required and compliance with various governmental agency regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities of the Licensee

• The licensee is responsible for the welfare, health, and orderly operation of all exhibited animals.
• Staff must be adequately trained in animal care and welfare protocols.
• Immediate application for licence transfer is required if the named licensee changes.

Animal Health and Welfare Standards

• Animals must be healthy and kept in clean, comfortable living conditions.
• No new animals can be introduced to an established group without prior testing.
• Cannot sell or give away animals without AVS approval.

Facilities and Environment Requirements

• Proper shelter, ventilation, space for movement, and hiding places must be provided.
• High sanitation standards through regular cleaning and disinfection of living areas.
• A quiet isolation area must be available for sick animals, with swift veterinary intervention when necessary.

Waste Management Protocols

• A dedicated toileting area for animals must be established, hidden from public view.
• Waste must be managed strictly, including frequent removal and secure daily disposal.
• For cat cafes, litter boxes must be kept out of public access and maintained regularly.

Healthcare and Vaccination Standards

• A licensed veterinarian must oversee animal healthcare, including vaccinations and parasite treatments.
• All animals must be certified healthy and free of diseases prior to entry, with documented veterinary health certificates.
• Regular monitoring of animal health and nutrition is required, along with clean drinking water provided at all times.

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Detailed records of all animals must be maintained, capturing species, health history, and incident reports.
• Documentation must be readily available for AVS inspection, including vaccination certificates and health assessments.
• Dogs in the premises need valid licences.

Human-Animal Interaction Guidelines

• Strict procedures must be in place to ensure the safety and comfort of both animals and customers.
• Hand sanitizers and reminders for hygiene must be available.
• Children must be supervised, and customers cannot bring their own pets or feed the animals.

Training and Staffing Requirements

• Staff must be trained in animal care, stress management, and disease recognition.
• Knowledge of the exhibition licence conditions is critical for all personnel.
• AVS approval is required for any significant operational changes and for procedures on animal handling.

Emergency Preparedness and Exit Plan

• Display an emergency contact number for immediate public access.
• A current exit plan detailing animal disposition must be maintained in case of business cessation.

Additional Conditions

• Compliance with the facility design and customer interaction limits approved by AVS is essential.
• Continuous monitoring and potential additional conditions may be imposed by AVS during inspections.### Testing for Toxoplasma gondii
• Cats must be tested for Toxoplasma gondii IgG and IgM antibodies.
• Acceptable testing methods include immunofluorescent antibody test (IFAT) and Vetall SensPERT test kit.

IFAT Specifics

• IgG antibody level of less than 1/64 is test negative.
• IgM antibody level of less than 1/16 is test negative.

Vetall SensPERT Test Kit

• Absence of a purple band on the IgG/IgM test line indicates a negative result for the respective antibody.
• A purple band must appear at the control line to validate the test.

Laboratory Requirements

• If tested outside Singapore, the laboratory must be recognized by the country's government.
• Test reports must be in English, include the animal's name and microchip number, date of blood sample collection, and testing method used.
• Updated guidelines as of 18 July 2024.