Livestock and animals

Guidelines and requirements for livestock and animal welfare in Queensland.

Topics

Animal industries

Advice for the livestock and animal industries in Queensland.

Moving and selling animals

Legal requirements and permits for moving animals in, around and out of Queensland.

National Livestock Identification System

NLIS ensures that the lifetime movements of cattle, sheep, pigs and goats can be identified within Australia.

Health and welfare

Keeping your livestock and animals safe, healthy and well.

Exhibiting animals

You need the proper licences and permits to exhibit animals in Queensland. Find out your legal obligations for exhibiting animals in zoos, circuses, parks, etc.