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Petition · past parliament

Stop unregulated animal “rescues” bringing animals into the UK

Closed 304 signatures

What the petition asks

Many “rescues” bringing dogs into the UK are un-regulated businesses disguised as “rescues”. Only registered animal charities should be allowed to bring dogs into the UK. It should be an offence for unregistered “rescues” to bring dogs into the UK for sale or adoption.
They can cause dire cruelty to dogs. No regulation means cash in hand. No help is given when dogs are homed. Dogs are un-assessed, homes are un-checked & NO rescue back up is given to help. These people are just dog SELLERS. ‘Donations’ & ‘adoption fees’ for dogs go straight into their pockets. The fundraising is also a scam!

Timeline

2 Oct 2018 Petition opened for signatures
2 Apr 2019 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 304
Status Closed
Opened 2 Oct 2018
Closed 2 Apr 2019

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.