Petition · past parliament
Create a dog ownership licencing scheme
Closed
41 signatures
What the petition asks
The enforcement of a dog licence requirement would give new dog owners the opportunity to attend government led courses on the proper care and legal obligation of dog ownership.
A scheme of this type would allow responsible dog owners to learn the best way to care for their family pet.
A scheme of this type would allow responsible dog owners to learn the best way to care for their family pet.
Dog ownership licences could be revoked upon a dog being mistreated or dangerous.
Responsible dog owners would likely not hesitate to attend mandetory courses and a dog licence would discourage irresponsible or criminal dog ownership.
A licencing scheme of this type would give the RSPCA and authorities more powers to enforce animal cruelty or dangerous dog legislation.
Any fee charged for a licence could be used towards organising education and enforcing animal rescue operation and care.
Responsible dog owners would likely not hesitate to attend mandetory courses and a dog licence would discourage irresponsible or criminal dog ownership.
A licencing scheme of this type would give the RSPCA and authorities more powers to enforce animal cruelty or dangerous dog legislation.
Any fee charged for a licence could be used towards organising education and enforcing animal rescue operation and care.
Timeline
| 14 May 2019 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Nov 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
41
Status
Closed
Opened
14 May 2019
Closed
6 Nov 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.