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Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
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
It’s against the law to let a dog be dangerously out of control anywhere,…
In the UK, it’s against the law to own certain types of dog. These are…
Some public areas in England and Wales are covered by Public Spaces…
You can report a dangerous or out of control dog to: the dog warden…
Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
This manual helps practitioners in local authorities and the police in England and Wales in dealing with dog-related incidents.
Guidance and regulatory advice on how to apply for licences issued under ASPA and how your compliance with ASPA and your licence conditions will be assessed.
Rules on restraining methods, stunning pens, captive bolt, gas and electrical stunning equipment, bleeding animals and shackling and hoisting animals.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
Who can teach you to drive, practising with friends and family, driving lessons, insurance, using L and P plates.
How to legally kill your own poultry, cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, rabbits and hares to eat at home.
Technical advice and guidance for licence holders.
How to unload, keep, move, handle, restrain, stun and kill animals not meant for human consumption.
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