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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
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…
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
These rules apply to Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland). There…
The rules for bringing your pet cat, dog or ferret into Great Britain…
Which pet travel documents you need will depend on where you’re travelling…
You must get your pet microchipped before, or at the same time as, their…
You must get your dog, cat or ferret vaccinated against rabies before it…
A vet must treat your dog for tapeworm and record it in the pet passport…
People with assistance dogs can: travel on more routes than people with…
You can only use certain travel routes and companies to enter Great…
You cannot bring more than 5 pets to Great Britain (England, Wales and…
When you arrive in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland), your pet’s…
Contact the Pet Travel helpline if you need more information about pet…
Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
Resources for reducing the risk of infection from handling raw pet foods.
Tips at work do not count towards the National Minimum Wage - tips and tax, what your employer has to do, advice and help, cash in hand payments
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
How to solve a pest problem with foxes, moles and mink using traps, snares and other methods.
If you buy a pet dog or cat, it’s important that you make checks to help combat the illegal trade in pet animals.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
Technical advice and guidance for licence holders.
Owners and vets can use this form to confirm an XL Bully dog has been neutered.
Latest FCDO travel advice for Mexico including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs.
The rules you must follow if you own an XL Bully dog in England and Wales.
FCDO travel advice for Panama. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
Bring your pet to Great Britain - microchipping, pet passports, vaccinations
Take your pet dog, cat or ferret abroad: getting a pet passport or export health certificate, microchip, vaccinations and tapeworm treatments.
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