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Written question asked by Roger Williams (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 15 October 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 17 October 2008. It was answered by Jane Kennedy (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 October 2008 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Dogs: Animal Welfare

Question
(10) what recent representations he has received on inbreeding in pedigree dogs and its effects on animal welfare; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

The Dogs Trust and the Kennel Club have jointly announced an independent and wide ranging review of dog breeding. I will shortly meet with representatives of these organisations to discuss the assistance that DEFRA can provide to the review.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
481 c361-2W; 228385
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Animal welfare Dogs
Link
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