Petition · past parliament
Licensing laws on dogs and breeders
Rejected
10 signatures
What the petition asks
All dog breeding should require a license, home inspection, and mental health assessments to prevent misuse. Breeders should disclose puppy purchasers' identities, listed in a monitored database.
The recent ban on XL bullies shows misplaced government focus in addressing dog-related incidents. Most attacks are caused by dogs bred by individuals exploiting them. Current laws require licensing only for breeding three or more litters annually or for dog sale businesses. These regulations are inadequate. Dog owner licenses should be renewed periodically. These reforms can address overpopulation and puppy farming, reducing aggression in dogs and enhancing community safety.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
You may wish to sign these petitions which call for similar actions:
https://moderate.petition.parliament.uk/admin/petitions/643650
Bring back a Dog Licence
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https://moderate.petition.parliament.uk/admin/petitions/643650
Bring back a Dog Licence
Require anyone who breeds dogs to have a licence
Require anyone who breeds dogs to have a licence
Introduce screening process for dog owners
Introduce screening process for dog owners
Timeline
| 16 Sep 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 18 Sep 2023 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
10
Status
Rejected
Rejected
18 Sep 2023
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