Code of practice for the welfare of dogs
This document provides advice on owning a dog.
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The purpose of the code of practice (the Code) is to provide practical guidance to help you to comply with the provisions of Section 9 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 (the Act). It does not tell you precisely how to care for a dog, but summarises important things you should consider when making decisions about how best to care for your dog.
Breach of a provision of this Code is not an offence in itself but, if proceedings are brought against you for an offence under Section 9 of the Act, the Court will look at whether or not you have complied with the Code in deciding whether you have committed an offence.
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Last updated 6 April 2018 + show all updates
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Latest version of the code of practice for the welfare of dogs added.
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Published an updated draft of the code of practice for the welfare of dogs.
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First published.