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Is Deregulation the Answer for Dog Breeding?
Some may argue that the licensing requirements in the UK for breeding dogs are too strict, discourage responsible breeders and lead to…
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Will A New Animal Licensing Policy Be Rolled Out Across the UK?
Plymouth City Council is set to introduce a new Animal Licensing Policy on April 1, 2025, raising an important question: what if…
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Are Checklists Enough? The Changing Standards for Licensed Breeders
For licensed dog breeders, record-keeping, policies, and logging activities are more than just administrative tasks—they are essential for compliance with licensing standards…
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Responsible dog breeder survey 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”14444″ img_size=”large” css=””][vc_column_text] Introduction: In 2024, My Licensed Breeder conducted a comprehensive survey to better understand the challenges and priorities of…
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What is the Welfare of Dogs bill (Scotland) & what breeders need to know
On 24th January 2025, the final stage of the Welfare of Dogs Bill was debated and passed in the Scottish Parliament. This…
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How the New Licensing Consultation Could Affect Dog Breeders in Wales
A week after Baroness Hayman announced the 2024 Post Implementation Review (PIR) of the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations…
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How the 2024 Animal Welfare Review Impacts Licensed and Unlicensed Dog Breeders
The 2024 Post Implementation Review (PIR) of the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018 introduces valuable recommendations that in…
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What qualifications should dog breeders have?
Whether you’re considering breeding dogs or looking to bring one into your home, a common question arises: Do dog breeders need to…
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Facebook crackdown on puppy sales 2024
In recent weeks, many responsible dog breeders have reported having their Facebook posts removed, particularly those promoting puppies for sale. Lots of…
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