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A 'pack' of robotic 'dogs' have been harnessed to help Dounreay with monitoring work on site.
How to spot Echinococcus multilocularis, what to do if you suspect it and how to prevent its spread.
How to spot rabies, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
You can be fined if your dog is out of control in public - find out about Dog Control Orders, banned dogs, dog fouling and reporting a dangerous dog
Signs that may suggest rabies in bats, what to do if you spot them and measures to prevent exposing yourself to the disease.
How to spot surra (Trypanosoma evansi), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
How enforcement officers can apply the conformation standard to check if a dog is an XL Bully.
Information to help you answer your query before you contact us.
How to spot Aujeszky’s disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
This manual helps practitioners in local authorities and the police in England and Wales in dealing with dog-related incidents.
If you find a stray dog and cannot contact the owner, you must report it to the council
Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
Being stopped by the police or DVSA - fixed penalties, roadside prohibitions, driving without an operator's licence, immobilisation and impounding.
The latest bluetongue situation, how to spot it, report it and prevent it spreading.
How to spot African swine fever, what to do if you suspect it and how to stop it spreading.
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
If you buy a pet dog or cat, it’s important that you make checks to help combat the illegal trade in pet animals.
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