SSPCA

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 efforts to tackle the illegal puppy trade”. The voluntary scheme will put emphasis on responsible breeding puppy breeding, and will be made available to every dog breeder in Scotland. The…

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HMRC cracks down on illicit dog trading

Criminals are cashing-in on the demand for dogs by selling them on the black market. According to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), dealers are failing to pay any tax on their earnings from the trade, while in many cases the animals are mistreated. HMRC is targeting the dishonest minority of traders…

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Over 2000 people attend aquatic store launch at Garden Centre

On September 3-4, over 2000 people attended the launch of a new Fishkeeper Scotland store in Edinburgh at Dobbies Melville. Fishkeepers and hobbyists queued from 8am and helped the staff raise funds for two charities: the Sick Kids Hospital and the SSPCA. Colin Christian, Fishkeeper Scotland’s regional director, said: “We are delighted that visitors…

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Over 2000 people attend aquatic store launch

On September 3-4, over 2000 people attended the launch of a new Fishkeeper Scotland store in Edinburgh at Dobbies Melville. Fishkeepers and hobbyists queued from 8am and helped the staff raise funds for two charities: the Sick Kids Hospital and the SSPCA. Colin Christian, Fishkeeper Scotland’s regional director, said: “We are delighted that visitors…

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