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Introductory Ordinance relating to the federal legislation on animal protection (Animal Protection Ordinance).

Country/Territory
Switzerland
Territorial subdivision
Nidwalden
Document type
Regulation
Date
1986
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock
Keyword
Animal welfare Internal trade Authorization/permit Inspection Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe
Abstract

The present Ordinance enforces the Federal Animal Protection Act of 9 March 1978. In particular, the Ordinance sets out in details the competent authorities in the Canton responsible for the enforcement of the aforementioned Federal Act. The text consists of 18 articles divided into 3 Parts as follows: Organization (I); Proceedings (II); Final provisions (III). One Annex is enclosed.

Full text
German
Website
www.nw.ch

References - Legislation

Implements

Loi fédérale sur la protection des animaux (LPA).

Legislation | Switzerland | 1978 (2006)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Animal welfare, Transport/storage, Research, Slaughtering, Subsidy/incentive

Source: FAO, FAOLEX