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How enforcement officers can apply the conformation standard to check if a dog is an XL Bully.
Mandatory microchipping of cats will help reunite thousands of lost or stray pets every year.
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How to get your dog or cat fitted with a microchip: when to get it done, who can do it, how to update your details, what to do when getting a dog or cat
It is now illegal to breed, sell, advertise, gift, exchange, and abandon these dogs or let them stray.
New measures will close existing loopholes exploited by unscrupulous breeders and traders
What to do if you’re bringing your pet or pets to Great Britain: quarantine rules, documents you need, types of animal you can bring.
The CMA has today published its main concerns following an initial review into the veterinary sector.
The CMA has today confirmed its decision to launch a market investigation into the veterinary sector and published tips to help pet owners struggling with vet costs now.
Advice and guidance on protecting animal welfare.
New legislation creates specific offences for dog and cat abduction in England and Northern Ireland
How to get a licence to sell animals as pets, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
Reforms will help reunite thousands of lost or stolen animals every year and deter pet theft
The CMA has consulted on a proposal to make a market investigation reference into the supply of veterinary services for household pets in the United Kingdom. Having considered responses to the consultation, the CMA has decided to refer the supply...
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