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The Government is developing proposals to crack down on puppies being reared in unhealthy circumstances by unscrupulous breeders who have a total disregard for their welfare.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Dog owners reminded to keep details up to date on the 1st anniversary of microchipping law.
Tougher dog breeding licensing to protect the welfare of puppies from back street breeders will be introduced under proposals announced today.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill receives Royal Assent and will allow tougher penalties for animal cruelty
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
CMA’s initial investigation into Medivet’s purchase of multiple independent vet businesses highlights potential price and quality issues
Plans unveiled to ban the keeping of primates as pets with eight-week consultation launched today
The Charity Commission has issued an Official Warning to The UK German Shepherd Rescue Angels.
New consultation launched to deliver key animal welfare commitment.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Illegal Ukrainian pet movement prompts warning from Chief Vet to animal rescue charities
The British Embassy Dublin recently held virtual outreach event for British citizens living in Ireland answering questions on a range of topics including driving, pets and travel.
UKAEA experts supported testing of agile robots for nuclear decommissioning
Approximately 210,000 people a year are attacked by dogs in England alone, including 4,000 postal workers trying to deliver mail.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
New legislation laid in Parliament today introducing mandatory cat microchipping
A UK-trained police dog team has today gathered vital evidence to help prosecute seven suspected pirates in the Seychelles.
The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018 come into force today
Extra care should be taken to protect pets in the current hot weather, Defra’s Chief Vet Nigel Gibbens said today.
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