Document type: dossier from the French Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty
Author: French Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty
Preview: The French law to combat animal abuse and strengthen the bond between animals and humans was eother small companion animalsted on November 30, 2021. Among its provisions is the implementation of a mandatory "certificate of commitment and knowledge" for pet buyers (from October 1, 2022) and for keepers of equines (from December 31, 2022). This dossier tells you all you need to know on the subject.
The first Decree implementing the law was published on July 18, 2022.
Dossier Contents :
- What is the "certificate of commitment and knowledge"?
- What animals are on the list?
- What date is it required from?
- Who issues it?
- What elements are mandatory?
- Is there a model certificate of commitment and knowledge?
- Is it also compulsory for the giving of pets between private individuals?
- How can we ensure the provision of certificates of commitment and knowledge, especially for private individuals?
- What are the penalties if the transferor of a pet or the owner of an equine animal fails to check that the purchaser or keeper has signed a certificate of commitment and knowledge?
