Federal Law No. 16 of 2007 on Animal Welfare. País/Territorio Emiratos Árabes Unidos Tipo de documento Legislación Fecha 2007 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Ganado Palabra clave Protección de los animales Sanidad animal Inspección Propiedad Transporte/depósito Infracciones/sanciones Legislación básica Área geográphica Medio Oriente, Africa del Norte y Cercano Oriente, Golfo Pérsico Entry into force notes This Law enters into force six months after the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Resumen This Law concerns animal welfare and the protection of the animals against any harm. The owners of animals or caregivers shall take into account the types of animals, the growth degree, the adaptability to the environment and the animals’ needs according to the scientific experience and knowledge. The owners of animals or caregivers are not allowed to release any animal under their care without informing the competent authority. The authorized persons have the right to enter to any facilities for the inspection, to examine the animals, and to mark the animals for identification purposes. Texto completo Árabe Página web www.moew.gov.ae Referencias - Legislación Implementado por Ministerial Decision No. 384 of 2008 on the Executive Bylaw of the Federal Law No.16 of 2007 concerning Animal Welfare. Legislación | Emiratos Árabes Unidos | 2008 Palabra clave: Protección de los animales, Inspección, Plagas/enfermedades, Matanza, Sanidad animal, Propiedad Fuente: FAO, FAOLEX