Nose ringing: the law by country
Where it is banned, allowed only under conditions or permitted. Each rule names its law and links to the source.
Fitting a ring through the nose of a bull for handling, or a pig to stop rooting.
- Restricted: 1 place
New Zealand
Whole country
RestrictedCattle
No wire in the nose at all. A ring only for animal management purposes, by a trained or experienced operator.
Animal Welfare (Care and Procedures) Regulations 2018, r 58FIn force since 9 May 2021Checked 4 Nov 2026
RestrictedPig
No wire in the nose at all. A ring or clip only for animal management purposes, by a trained or experienced operator.
Animal Welfare (Care and Procedures) Regulations 2018, r 58EIn force since 9 May 2021Checked 4 Nov 2026
What each status means
- Restricted
- Allowed with conditions other than a vet: an age limit, a method, a licence.