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Written question asked by Jim Fitzpatrick (Labour) on Monday, 6 September 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 September 2010. It was answered by James Paice (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 September 2010 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Dogs: Animal Breeding

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what steps she plans to take to address the effects on animal welfare of the breeding of pedigree dogs.
Answer

I consider that the existing legislation on the breeding and sale of dogs provides adequate powers for local authorities to investigate allegations of poor welfare at dog breeding establishments. I also consider that the recent setting up of an independent Dog Advisory Council is a positive step towards protecting the health of pedigree dogs.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14213; 515 c934W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Animal breeding Dogs
Link
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