Apply for a dog breeding licence

Please also see our dangerous dogs page (such as XL Bully or Pit Bull Terrier dogs)

You need a licence to breed dogs at home or in a commercial property.

Please read the guidance carefully before submitting your application.

For a full list of criteria and to find out if this applies to you please see:

• Dog breeding licensing: statutory guidance for local authorities - on the GOV.UK website

To apply for a licence please complete one of the forms below:

• Application for an Animal Activity Licence - to type into (313KB)
• Application for an Animal Activity Licence - to hand write (259KB)

Licence costs:

For details of the charges please see:

• Licensing Fees & Charges 2025/26 - Adur District Council (181KB)
• Licensing Fees & Charges 2025/26 - Worthing Borough Council (181KB)

Report an unlicensed dog breeder

If you are concerned someone is breeding dogs without a licence, please contact the Licensing team.

You may also be interested in:

• Other dog information
• View our public register of licences

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