Animal Health
We are here to offer help and advice to the farming community in Monmouthshire.
We work to improve the health and welfare of livestock whilst on farm, in transit and at markets.
The service also deals with the licensing of certain establishments where animals are kept.
Animal Health contact details
| Phone: 01633 644121 01873 735420 01633 644123 Email: animalhealth@monmouthshire.gov.uk |
Stray dogs
Currently we are unable to collect stray dogs and do not have dedicated facilities to signpost you to – you can report sightings of stray dogs following the guidelines below. If you are able to look after a stray dog then you still need to report it to us so that we can register and advertise the dog. The dog can then be reunited if the owners are looking for their dog. If after 7 days, no one has come forward, the dog can then be rehomed; reporting to the local authority, though, is a legal requirement.
What to do if you find a stray dog
Email AnimalHealth@monmouthshire.gov.uk or telephone 01873 735187 (9:00am to 5:00pm Mon-Fri)
Out of hours contact number 5:00pm to 7:30am – Mon-Fri and weekends please call our out of hours emergency phone number 0300 123 1055
What to do if you have lost your dog
We will maintain a register of all dogs that have been reported to us as found. Please contact us to check if we are aware if a dog has been reported to us.
Charges for impounded dogs
If your dog is being held there will be a release fee payable per dog including any kennelling, veterinary fees and any other costs incurred. Dogs will be held for up to 7 days. The charge for this service must be paid before the dog is collected (cash or cheque with bankers card accepted).
| Description | Price (£) excluding VAT (Including all reasonable expenses) |
| The minimum release and administration charge | £60.00 |
| Daily Rate Charged for Kennelling of a Dog | The first day we will not charge £25.00 to the collector, After the first day the £25.00 per day will commence. £25.00 per day |
| Call Out Fee Charged for Collection of a Stray | £60.00 |
| Mileage Charge | £0.50p per mile |
| Out of Hours Charges (5:00pm – 7:30am) | £150.00 |
| Vet fees to be paid by owner of the dog or Monmouthshire council. | Vet fees apply |
| Microchip Fee | £20.00 |
Responsible dog ownership
Owners are legally required to ensure that their dog wears a collar and tag detailing the owner’s name and address. It is now the law that all dogs must be microchipped by the ages of 8 weeks and the details kept up to date. Owners must keep their dogs under control at all times and not allow them to stray or foul pavements or public areas.
How can I get my dog micro-chipped?
It is now the law that all dogs must be microchipped by the ages of 8 weeks and the details kept up to date. You can use any local vets to get your dog micro-chipped but your dog’s microchip must be fitted by a trained professional, e.g. a vet.
Do You Keep Birds (Even as Pets) ?
On 19 March 2024, all GB administrations announced new measures to better protect birds from the risk of avian influenza outbreak.
There is now a new requirement for all bird keepers to officially register their birds, regardless of how many are kept, on the Kept Bird Register by the 01 October 2024 in England and Wales and on the Scottish Kept Bird Register in Scotland between 01 September 2024 – 01 December 2024.
By registering, keepers will receive important updates relevant to them. This will help to manage potential disease outbreaks, such as avian influenza and Newcastle disease, and limit any spread and will help the Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) to manage potential disease outbreaks.
Keepers in England and Wales who are currently registered are not required to re-register.