Principles and objects of Act

Current

(1)

Animals are recognised as living beings that can feel, perceive, and experience positive and negative states.

(2)

The owners of animals have a duty of care in respect of those animals.

(3)

The objects of this Act are—

(a)

to protect the welfare of animals; and

(b)

to take a proactive approach in preventing harm to, and the ill treatment of, animals; and

(c)

to improve the level of community awareness about the responsibilities of animal ownership; and

(d)

to ensure the Minister receives appropriate advice in relation to animal welfare matters.

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