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If you find a stray dog and cannot contact the owner, you must report it to the council
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…
You need a licence to keep certain kinds of wild or dangerous animals: contact your council for more information
The rules you must follow if you own an XL Bully dog in England and Wales.
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.
How to get a licence to breed dogs, and the conditions you must meet.
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
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.
Information on the legal responsibilities of people who own or care for domestic pets
How to spot African swine fever, what to do if you suspect it and how to stop it spreading.
Find out how to sell wild birds and animals legally and safely, and what licences you need to get.
Wild animals cannot be exhibited or used in a performance as part of a travelling circus in England.
Find out what you need to do to keep wild birds or animals legally and safely, including when you need a licence and how to get one.
The local council must keep public areas like parks, playgrounds and pavements clear of dog mess - report a dog fouling problem to the local council
Approved free running explosive detection dogs for use in aviation security.
Information and advice on rabies, the viral infection of the central nervous system which affects mammals and humans.
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