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XL bully owners can now apply for exemption

XL bully owners can now apply for exemption

The transition period will run until 31 January 2024. Transition period has started before ban comes into force. Owners of...

Experts to discuss ‘dangerous’ dogs at LVS

Experts to discuss ‘dangerous’ dogs at LVS

The Japanese Tosa is one of the breeds banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act. BVA panel will include the only...

Government urged to publish XL bully exemption info

Government urged to publish XL bully exemption info

From 1 February 2024, it will be illegal to own an XL bully without a Certificate of Exemption. Charity accuses...

Pet owners more attached to dogs than cats, study suggests

Pet owners more attached to dogs than cats, study suggests

Danish pet owners were the least likely to get insurance for their cats. The difference appeared to vary depending on...

Third of cat owners significantly impacted by rising costs

Third of cat owners significantly impacted by rising costs

Fourteen per cent of cat owners remain seriously concerned about how they will meet their cat’s needs in future. Cats...

Charity feeds stray pets near Ukraine front-line

Charity feeds stray pets near Ukraine front-line

Around 60 stray animals in Druzhkivka are being fed by Julia Biloborodko. Local organisations are caring for abandoned pets. In...