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The Shark Fins Act passed into law today banning the international shark fin trade
Use these forms and guidance document to export pet animals to Spain, excluding cats, dogs, ferrets, birds, reptiles or primates.
New law will create a new specific offence for dog and cat abduction
Apply online to export pet birds like cockatoos, budgerigars, macaws and parrots, excluding poultry, to France.
Public urged to think twice before buying a pet this Christmas
Prospective puppy and kitten owners warned of risks of being ‘Petfished’ when buying a pet online following lockdown demand surge
Temporary ban on commercial imports from Belarus, Poland, Romania and Ukraine will be lifted with new rules coming into force 29th October
The new Bill will improve welfare standards through a wide range of measures
Government Chief Vet urges the public to think twice before buying a new pet this Christmas and to thoroughly research sellers
Introduction of the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill as part of the Government's Action Plan for Animal Welfare
Responsible tenants in England with well-behaved pets will be able to secure leases more easily through a new standard tenancy agreement.
New legislation laid in Parliament today introducing mandatory cat microchipping
Try some pawsitively brilliant walks near Highways England routes.
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