Article 1

1.

This Directive lays down minimum standards for the protection of animals bred or kept for farming purposes.

2.

It shall not apply to:

(a)

animals living in the wild;

(b)

animals intended for use in competitions, shows, cultural or sporting events or activities;

(c)

experimental or laboratory animals;

(d)

any invertebrate animal.

3.

This Directive shall apply without prejudice to specific Community rules laid down elsewhere, and in particular to Directives 88/166/EEC1, 91/629/EEC2 and 91/630/EEC3, which shall continue to apply.