Responsible Breeding

Charity welcomes new crackdown on puppy trade

Animal welfare charity Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has today welcomed the Government’s new proposals to crack down on cruel…

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Vets commend legislation to stop unscrupulous breeders

The Government has announced (22 December) that legislation to crack down on unscrupulous breeders and illegal puppy smuggling could be introduced…

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Birth-risk for flat faced breeds claims study

New research has found that flat faced brachycephalic dogs are the most likely breed types to encounter problems when giving…

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Scotland introduces new animal welfare measures

The Scottish Government has announced a package of measures including introducing a ban on wild animals in travelling circuses and…

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Charity launches Puppy Pledge

An animal charity has launched a Puppy Pledge asking those who have brought a dog to sign, in an attempt…

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New consultation to stop back-street breeders

Tougher dog breeding licensing to protect the welfare of puppies from back street breeders will be introduced under proposals announced by…

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Screening and responsible breeding is improving dogs’ health

Health testing used to screen hereditary conditions when dog breeding has improved the health of breeds across the UK, according…

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Grazia article sparks criticism from pet lovers

Grazia’s UK magazine has found itself at the centre of controversy after a recent issue discussed breeding pets as a source…

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Owner of animal DNA testing labs to appear at Crufts

Experienced genetricist and owner of Animal DNA Diagnostics June Swinburne will attend this year’s Crufts to help owners, breeders and…

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BVA call for action on dog welfare

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called on the Welsh Government to take action on dog welfare, slaughter and TB…

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