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How Much Does a Dog Breeding Licence Really Cost
Dog breeding licence fees have been a source of frustration for licensed breeders for years. One breeder may pay a few hundred pounds. Another can face a bill…
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Responsible Dog Ownership: New recommendations for Councils, Breeders and Owners
The Responsible Dog Ownership Taskforce report, published on 24 September 2026, makes 20 recommendations covering data, enforcement, education and training. It primarily…
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Research
Fewer licensed dog breeders: what Naturewatch’s report tells us, and what remains unanswered
Naturewatch Foundation’s latest report records fewer licensed dog breeders and fewer breeding females across the UK. These findings deserve attention, but incomplete…
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Research
Majority of councils rely on veterinary advice, Naturewatch dog breeding report finds
A new report into how local authorities assess licensed dog breeders in England and Scotland has raised important questions about how breeding…
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Research
Northern Ireland’s Proposed Puppy Sale Rules: What Breeders Need to Know
Northern Ireland is preparing to introduce new rules for the sale and supply of puppies and kittens, following a public consultation launched…
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Making Tax Digital for Dog Breeders
If you breed dogs, even occasionally there’s a good chance you may already fall within the scope of HMRC reporting requirements. For…
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DEFRA April 2026 Update: What’s Changed in Dog Breeding Licensing Guidance?
DEFRA is listening and enforcement is evolving It’s clear that DEFRA are listening when it comes to enforcement. The last major update…
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Research
The truth about why some dog breeders reject licensing
We recently created a simple advert aimed at breeders. It wasn’t promotional. It was research. We wanted to understand how licensing is…
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Lobbying
The RKC Impact Review: A New Future for Dog Breeding
My Licensed Breeder has reviewed the Royal Kennel Club’s Breeding for Health report and broken it down into clearer, more digestible information…
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What is an Ethical Breeder?
Since the Labour government announced it will begin consultation on a new registration scheme for dog breeders, there has been a lot…
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