Regulation on the establishment and operation of zoos. Country/Territory Croatia Document type Regulation Date 2005 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Keeping of live animals Biodiversity Data collection/reporting Geographical area Europe, Southern Europe Entry into force notes This Regulation enters into force eight days after its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Regulation provides all necessary conditions and measures to be implemented in order to establish a sustainable , animal safe and friendly practices when dealing with zoos and/or similar (opening and/or working of zoos) in order to offer the mandatory animal protection (animal welfare). Full text Croatian Website www.nn.hr References - Legislation Implements Animal Welfare Law. Legislation | Croatia | 1999 Keyword: Animal welfare, Animal health, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Offences/penalties, Standards, Basic legislation Source: FAO, FAOLEX Council Directive 1999/22/EC relating to the keeping of wild animals in zoos. Legislation | European Union | 1999 Keyword: Keeping of live animals, Biodiversity, Data collection/reporting Source: FAO, FAOLEX