The Responsible Dog Ownership Taskforce report, published on 24 September 2026, makes 20 recommendations covering data, enforcement, education and training.…
If you breed dogs, even occasionally there’s a good chance you may already fall within the scope of HMRC reporting…
DEFRA is listening and enforcement is evolving It’s clear that DEFRA are listening when it comes to enforcement. The last…
Since the Labour government announced it will begin consultation on a new registration scheme for dog breeders, there has been…
DEFRA has published the Animal Welfare Strategy for England. This is not a consultation document and it is not guidance.…
Recent discussions in breeder support groups show the same question coming up over and over again. “Why do I need…
