Next Steps for Dog Breeding
The group agreed to work on a proposal to set up an Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding, as recommended by Professor Bateson.
The group also identified the key areas to be addressed as:
- Education and publicity
- Legislation and regulation
- Breeding strategies
- Surveillance, research and development
The meeting was chaired by Professor Sheila Crispin PhD FRCVS. After the meeting Prof Crispin said: “In a highly constructive meeting stakeholders welcomed the three reports and there was broad acceptance of the thrust of the recommendations. A key action agreed was for the formation of an Advisory Council on the Welfare Issues of Dog Breeding. A proposal will be prepared for submission to Ministers.
Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.
