Exceptions to the prohibition on mutilations

3.  Section 5(1) and (2) of the Act does not apply to a procedure listed in Schedule 1, providing that the procedure 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.