The animals must be provided with a suitable diet in terms of quality, quantity and frequency and any new feeds must be introduced gradually to allow the animals to adjust to them.

Feed and (where appropriate) water intake must be monitored, and any problems recorded and addressed.

Feed and drinking water provided to the animals must be unspoilt and free from contamination.

Feed and drinking receptacles must be capable of being cleaned and disinfected, or disposable.

Constant access to fresh, clean drinking water must be provided in a suitable receptacle for the species that requires it.

Where feed is prepared on the premises on which the licensable activity is carried on, there must be hygienic facilities for its preparation, including a working surface, hot and cold running water and storage.