The state's regional government will be reformed at the turn of the year 2025‒2026. Regional State Administrative Agenciestasks related to animals and food will be transferred to the Finnish Food Authority. In connection with the change, the site may have flaws in the first few days of January.

Animal welfare control

The task of the local animal welfare authorities is to supervise that animals are cared for, treated or used in accordance with the animal welfare regulations. Compliance with the animal welfare act, or provisions or regulations issued under it, is controlled by means of animal welfare inspections. The inspection may concern an animal, the premises or transport equipment as well as feed, drink, equipment and implements intended for the animal. 

Page last updated 11/6/2018