# The Prohibited Procedures on Protected Animals (Exemptions) (Scotland) Regulations 2010, Schedule 7: Deer

Extent: S

Procedure
Purpose
Tattooing
Identification
Ear tagging
1. Identification; or
2. Screening or routine or random testing for disease.
Ear notching
Identification
Micro chipping
Identification
Vasectomy
Controlling reproduction or general animal management
Castration
Controlling reproduction or general animal management
Implantation of a subcutaneous contraceptive into a non-farmed deer
Controlling reproduction or general animal management, as part of a conservation programme
Embryo and ovum transfer
Controlling reproduction or general animal management
Removal of antlers
Handler safety or herd welfare
Condition—
Antler removal may only be performed where the velvet is frayed and the greater part of it shed.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2010/387/schedule/7 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/prohibited-procedures-on-protected-animals-exemptions-scotland-regulations-2010/schedule-7
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