Exceptions to the prohibition on mutilations3
Section 5(1) and (2) of the Act does not apply to a procedure listed in Schedule 1, providing it is carried out—
a
in accordance with any relevant requirement in Schedules 2 to 9;
b
in such a way as to minimise the pain and suffering it causes to the animal;
c
in hygienic conditions; and
d
in accordance with good practice.