Responsible Breeding

Responsible breeders priced out, says Puppies.co.uk

Puppies.co.uk has said that responsible breeders are being priced out of the market with some breeders reporting that local council…

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Demand for puppies up 25% year-on-year

Demand for new puppies has increased 25% year-on-year according to new data from pet rehoming platform Pets4Homes. The platform also…

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Puppy market returning to ‘more normal’, says puppies.co.uk

New data has revealed that there are currently 36 buyers per litter available in the UK down from the first…

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Govt must clamp down on unlicensed pet breeders, say MPs

The government must clamp down on unregulated canine fertility clinics and unlicensed pet breeders, according to a report from the…

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Kennel Club launches ‘Voice for Dogs’ manifesto

The Kennel Club has announced the launch of a new manifesto, ‘A Voice for Dogs’, which calls upon the Welsh…

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Do your bit for dog health by recommending pre-mating health testing

Promoting dog health schemes is one of my goals this year. As vets, we regularly see cases of debilitating and…

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SSPCA launches ‘Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme’

The SSPCA have announced the launch of its Assured Puppy Breeder Scheme. This free scheme will mark the SSPCA’s “ongoing…

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Breeders ‘failing to put health over beauty’, vets say

A panel of veterinary experts has called for “a championing of health over breeder-led perfect looks” after it accused Crufts…

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BVA urges owners and breeders to use pre-mating health testing

Vets are urging owners and breeders to “do their bit” for dog health by ensuring they use pre-mating health tests…

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BVA welcomes Cabinet Secretary’s statement on improving pet welfare in Wales

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has responded to a range of new measures announced recently (19 June) to further improve…

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