Document type: Order of Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty
Author: Maud Faipoux
Preview: From the French Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty,
Having regard to the Code rural et de la pêche maritime in particular articles L. 214-8 and D. 214-32
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Article 1
1. The awareness and information messages provided for in article D. 214-32 of the Code rural et de la pêche maritime are as follows:
First message to be displayed:
"Don't be complicit in animal trafficking: if you're looking for a dog, cat or ferret, always check that the advert contains the words "annonce vérifiée" ("verified advert"), and never agree to pay costs that are not clearly stated in the initial offer.
The identification of dogs, cats and ferrets is compulsory before an animal can be sold or given away. Check the animal's status.
When purchasing a dog, cat, ferret, rabbit or equine, you must present your signed owner's certificate of commitment and knowledge.
The acquisition of a non-domestic animal (parrots, snakes, turtles, etc.) may need to be previously reported or authorized. Always check in advance with your local population protection office or the Ministry of Ecology.
For further information, visit the French Ministry of Agriculture website:
https://agriculture.gouv.fr/conseils-et-reglementation-tout-savoir-sur-les-animaux-de-compagnie "
Second message to be displayed:
"An animal is a sentient being. You are responsible for the health and welfare of your animal for its entire lifetime. For more information, visit the French Ministry of Agriculture website:
https://agriculture.gouv.fr/conseils-et-reglementation-tout-savoir-sur-les-animaux-de-compagnie"
2. These awareness and information messages may not be altered. They must not in any way be concealed, obscured or separated by other information or images;
3. These awareness and information messages are to be presented in accordance with the technical procedures set out in the appendix to this order.
