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Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
Resources for reducing the risk of infection from handling raw pet foods.
When your pet must go in quarantine, how to book a pet carrier and quarantine premises, and how to get your pet released from quarantine.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
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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
The rules you must follow if you own an XL Bully dog in England and Wales.
What you must do to bring your pet to the UK from Ukraine if you are seeking refuge.
If you’re responsible for a farm animal you must make sure that you care for it properly.
Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
Information to help you answer your query before you contact us.
This document provides advice on owning a dog.
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