Petition · past parliament · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Implement a nationwide annual pet licence system to fund animal welfare
Closed
279 signatures
What the petition asks
We think the Government should enact a nationwide pet licencing system, with fees based on the pet's size and needs. This initiative could fund animal welfare programs, subsidise veterinary care, and support neutering efforts to manage stray populations.
We think this could be a step towards responsible pet ownership and establishing a stable funding source for animal welfare initiatives, ultimately benefiting the entire pet-owning community. It could also promote responsible pet ownership and enhance animal health and safety. We think a pet licensing system is vital because relying solely on charity fails to embed animal welfare as a core societal value.
Timeline
| 19 Mar 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
279
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
19 Mar 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.