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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…
Powers that police, councils and other authorities can use to control or improve the behaviour of dogs.
It is now illegal to own an XL Bully dog unless it is registered and complies with strict rules including being neutered and muzzled in public
Includes neighbour disputes, reporting noise nuisance, pest control and looking after pets
Essential information for British nationals residing in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT).
From 31 December 2023 breeding, selling, advertising, rehoming, abandoning and allowing an XL Bully dog to stray will be illegal.
New measures aim to reduce dog attacks on livestock
The CMA is opening a review of how veterinary services are bought and sold amid concerns that pet owners may not be getting a good deal or receiving the information they need to make good choices.
Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill receives Royal Assent and will allow tougher penalties for animal cruelty
Number of arrests made in connection with animal fighting.
The virus responsible for COVID-19 has been detected in a pet cat in the UK.
The CMA is investigating the completed acquisition by CVS Group plc of Quality Pet Care Ltd (trading as The Vet).
Responsible tenants in England with well-behaved pets will be able to secure leases more easily through a new standard tenancy agreement.
Plans which will mean animal abusers could face up to five years in prison move a step closer.
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