| Act of Parliament | |
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| Long title | An Act to Consolidate and Amend the Several Laws Relating to the Cruel and Improper Treatment of Animals, and the Mischiefs Arising from the Driving of Cattle, and to Make Other Provisions in Regard Thereto. |
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| Citation | 5 & 6 Will. 4. c. 59 |
| Dates | |
| Royal assent | 9 September 1835 |
| Other legislation | |
| Amends | Cruel Treatment of Cattle Act 1822 |
| Repealed by | Cruelty to Animals Act 1849 |
Status: Repealed | |
The Cruelty to Animals Act 1835 (5 & 6 Will. 4. c. 59) was an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, intended to protect animals, and in particular cattle, from mistreatment. Its long title is An Act to Consolidate and Amend the Several Laws Relating to the Cruel and Improper Treatment of Animals, and the Mischiefs Arising from the Driving of Cattle, and to Make Other Provisions in Regard Thereto.[1]