Division Table 4.1 Dogs
United Kingdom
Dogs that are pair or group housed may each be constrained to half the total space provided (2 m2 for a dog under 20 kg, 4 m2 for a dog over 20 kg) while they are undergoing procedures as defined in this Directive, if this separation is essential for scientific purposes. The period for which a dog is so constrained shall not exceed 4 hours at a time.
A nursing bitch and litter shall have the same space allowance as a single bitch of equivalent weight. The whelping pen shall be designed so that the bitch can move to an additional compartment or raised area away from the puppies.
| Weight(kg) | Minimum enclosure size(m2) | Minimum floor area for one or two animals(m2) | For each additional animal add a minimum of(m2) | Minimum height(m) | Date referred to in Article 33(2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| up to 20 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 January 2017 |
| over 20 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 |