Animals and Birds Act (Chapter 7): Primary legislation governing the general treatment, sale, and ownership of animals in Singapore, including requirements for pet ownership and transfer of ownership
Animals and Birds (Dog Licensing and Control) Rules: Specific regulations covering dog ownership, licensing requirements, and breed-specific restrictions, particularly for dangerous dog breeds
Sale of Goods Act (Chapter 393): General provisions regarding sale of goods, transfer of title and ownership, warranties and conditions of sale applicable to dog transactions
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Relevant when seller is a commercial entity/breeder, covering consumer rights and protections in the sale transaction
Pet Shop and Exhibition License Conditions: Specific regulations applicable if the seller is a licensed pet shop
Microchipping Requirements: mandatory requirements for dog identification and registration through microchipping in Singapore
Vaccination Documentation: Requirements for vaccination records and health certificates that must be transferred with dog ownership
Registration Transfer Requirements: Procedures and requirements for transferring dog registration and licenses to new owner
Breed Restrictions: Specific restrictions and requirements for certain dog breeds, particularly for restricted breeds such as Pit Bulls
Age Restrictions: Legal requirements regarding minimum age for sale of puppies (minimum 8 weeks old)
