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Written question asked by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 2 November 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 November 2010. It was answered by James Paice (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 November 2010 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Dogs: Breeding

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what discussions she has had with (a) the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and (b) the British Veterinary Association Animal Welfare Foundation on proposals for a standard puppy contract; and if she will make a statement.
Answer

The potential value of the puppy contract has been raised with Lord Henley by the President of the British Veterinary Association at a recent meeting. DEFRA will assess the situation once it has been reviewed by the independent Dog Advisory Council as part of its wider programme for bringing forward a strategy to improve the health and welfare of dogs.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22428; 518 c186W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Animal breeding Dogs
Link
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