Control of Dogs (Scotland) Bill Amended
The amendment supports the Kennel Club and DDASG’s principle of ‘deed not breed’ in the control of dangerous or out of control dogs, and the Kennel Club is delighted that this principle was carried by MSPs and the amendment was passed. It praises this as an important step in reforming flawed dangerous dogs legislation.
Caroline Kisko, Communications Director said “The Kennel Club greatly welcomes the Bill as it will place a legislative focus on the deed, rather than the breed of dogs and finally hold irresponsible dog owners to account. The current Dangerous Dogs Act was a kneejerk piece of legislation which was rushed through in haste. It has not reduced the number of dog biting incidents but has had a huge impact on the welfare of many dogs. It is essential that any new legislation is properly considered to better protect the public against dogs dangerously out of control, without compromising any individual dog’s welfare.”
Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty. 
