Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ban the manufacture, import and sale of Rawhide as a dog treat
Closed
1,093 signatures
What the petition asks
Rawhide dog chews can pose a serious risk to animal welfare, such as choking, blockages and illness. We ask the UK Government to ban the manufacture, import and sale of rawhide dog chews. Safer alternatives exist, and a ban could protect pets and prevent avoidable harm.
Pet owners and veterinary professionals have documented recurring issues with rawhide. I believe a ban would align with the Government’s duty to protect animal welfare and consumer safety.
Timeline
| 7 Jan 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 7 Jul 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
1,093
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened
7 Jan 2026
Closed
7 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Aug 2026.