Sentences with phrase «of dog welfare»

The assessment of dog welfare in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic.

He has also presented on the wider aspects of dog welfare and wellbeing and the role that dogs can play in the health of humans.

Puppy mills are dog breeding «factories» that put profits ahead of dog welfare.

We are calling on all politicians to think carefully about the wider social impact of dog welfare and how important dogs are to us as individuals and in the wider community.

We work closely with politicians and policy makers across the UK and internationally to raise awareness of dog welfare issues.

Not exact matches

The Government has already introduced codes of practice for the welfare of dogs, cats, horses and primates and is continuing to review other areas where similar updates could be made.

Rather than penalising certain breed types, which compromises the welfare of the animal, Dogs Trust wants to see a clear legislative focus on «deed not breed» and a new dialogue on the social problem of «dangerous owners»..

To promote the welfare of puppies and breeding bitches Dogs Trust considers the following measures to be essential:

The implementation of the Dangerous Dogs Act (DDA) has not prevented dog attacks, despite having devastating consequences for the welfare of certain breed types.

We believe compulsory microchipping will help reduce the burden on animal welfare charities such as Dogs Trust, who have a centre in Bridgend, and reduce the cost to local authorities of kennelling.

We would also like to see stronger measures to protect the welfare of Greyhounds, an effective dialogue on the growing social problem of dangerous and status dogs, and a total ban on the battery - farming and selling of puppies in pet shops.

Responsible ownership, training and compulsory microchipping would all help reduce the incidents of dog attacks and we urge the government to consider the welfare implications of such attacks and introduce compulsory microchipping without delay.

Close working with the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) to ensure that all online, print and classified advertising contains appropriate welfare messages, and that publishers do not advertise dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act or those from establishments which are not fit for the breeding of animdogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act or those from establishments which are not fit for the breeding of animDogs Act or those from establishments which are not fit for the breeding of animals.

Dog Welfare The Animal Welfare Act 2006 was the most important shake up of animal welfare legislation for over a century.

Dogs Trust, as a member of the Dangerous Dogs Act Study Group (DDASG), along with a variety of other welfare organisations, the Kennel Club and the BVA, has supported Ms Grahame's Bill since it was introduced as a Private Members Bill by Alex Neill MSP.

BASC also looks forward to discussing the detail on issues such as trophy hunting, the intensive rearing of game birds, gun dog sales and electronic training collars to ensure unintended consequences that could damage animal welfare and the contribution of shooting are avoided.

Certainly numerous inquiries have failed to demonstrate that, although the Burns inquiry did contribute to the gaiety of the nation by concluding that hunting with dogs «seriously compromises» the welfare of the fox.

Responding to the re-launch of a consultation by the Welsh Government on dog breeding standards, William Powell, Welsh Liberal Democrat spokesperson on animal welfare, said:

The published study provides also an excellent example of the added value of research collaborations between academia and industry in a form that leads to a powerful innovation that start changing the everyday practice in veterinary medicine and improves the welfare of our dogs, says Lohi.

«This will have positive impacts for the threatened animals, for the welfare of domestic dogs and livestock, and for the health and finance of the human community,» Sillero argues.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the leading non-profit devoted to animal welfare, reports that in the 1970s American shelters euthanized between 12 and 20 million cats and dogs every year at a time when there were 67 million pets in U.S. homes.

It is thus important for financial reasons as well as because of animal welfare considerations to ensure that guide dogs are comfortable in their work.

Dr O'Neill said: «Our results highlight the power of primary - care veterinary clinical records to help understand breed health in dogs and to support evidence - based approaches towards improved health and welfare in dogs.

A leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America's shelters.

Cute puppies are easily the most Instagrammable creatures on earth — but dog welfare organisations are warning that a growing trend of miniature Dog: Dog, domestic mammal of the family Canidae (order Carnivordog welfare organisations are warning that a growing trend of miniature Dog: Dog, domestic mammal of the family Canidae (order CarnivorDog: Dog, domestic mammal of the family Canidae (order CarnivorDog, domestic mammal of the family Canidae (order Carnivora).

Best Friends Animal Society: Best Friends Animal Society is a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America's shelters.

Dog owners will be thrilled to know that bark park is also a part of the community, because your pet's welfare is important too.

Besides the wide selection of products that focus on pet welfare, nutrition and grooming, visitors were also treated to several shows such as the Dog Groomers» Association of Singapore's Grooming Annual certification, the Oxbow National Rabbit Show, PETAS 6th Dog Obedience Competition and Pet Asia Agility Invitation Cup.

In the meantime, Lytle will continue working to improve the welfare of those dogs whose lives have fallen between the cracks and who are victims of a very lonely lifestyle.

And yet, keeping nails properly trimmed is important to the overall health and welfare of your dog.

Dear fellow dog lovers, the DogMillRehomers is committed to the welfare of the dogs, as well as to the integrity and clarity of this project.

Over 90 percent of unwanted dogs are in developing nations with no animal welfare laws; they are despised as vermin.

Her paw - rent, Fiona Foo, 48, the founder - volunteer of animal welfare group Hope Dog Rescue, communicates fully in Hokkien with the (approximately) seven - year - old pup.

Part of the region's profitable dog meat trade, these dogs — ranging in age from 4 months to 2 years — were instead rescued by Humane Society International (HSI), a Washington D.C. — based animal welfare organization that's working diligently across Asia to end the dog meat trade and provide alternate options for dog meat farmers.

The vast majority of unwanted dogs and cats are born in nations without animal welfare laws.

Oklahoma residents, including readers of Tulsa Pets Magazine, are asking what they can do to help insure the welfare of dogs, considering breeder closures and efforts of breeders to dilute or kill regulations requiring basic improvements for the health and welfare of dogs in breeder facilities.

After carrying out a study on 1,360 paw - rents, The Kennel Club, an animal welfare organisation in the U.K., concluded that almost every dog owner sees their pet as a part of their family.

Breeders have overwhelmed the board and Legislators and any extra measures on behalf of welfare of the dogs were eliminated during the comment period, which led to continuing to allow small cage sizes and no mandatory rest period between mother dogs» breeding cycles.

Temma Martin is a public relations specialist for Best Friends Animal Society, a national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America's shelters.

Our club is dedicated to responsible dog ownership, with members focusing on the welfare of Tulsa's citizens and canines.

From strong humane standards in Colorado that ensure dogs have cages that are double the length of the dog, to the most basic standards that simply prevent cruelty in Kansas and Missouri, all high volume puppy producing states except Oklahoma have animal welfare standards covering those who transfer, breed and sell large numbers of dogs.

Being able to socialize with friendly dogs is a key part of a dog's welfare.

Animal cruelty still lags way behind other crimes in terms of response and prosecution; despite record levels of animal welfare awareness, many rural prosecutors have still never prosecuted a single cruelty case, dispatchers often do not know what to tell callers who are frantically trying to report cruelty, many cases that are reported are never investigated and organized animal cruelty, including dog fighting and the use of animals in pornography, are on the rise.

Launched in November 2014, the initiativeendeavours to provide one KONG toy to every dog under the care of a local animal shelter or animal welfare group by March 2017.

The 2012 Michigan Rescue Certification Program was thoughtfully designed to improve the welfare of homeless cats, dogs and other companion animals in Michigan.

And nearly 20 years of animal rescue / welfare volunteering has shown me the bad side of what happens when people, dog trainers, and society don't know what they are doing.

The Association believes that, after the recent adverse media coverage relating to the breeding of pedigree dogs, now is the ideal time to seize the opportunity presented, to ensure that significant progress is made in the improvement of dog health and welfare.

At Triangle Sheltie Rescue, our primary concern is for the health and welfare of dogs that come through our program.

However, effective January 1, 2018, the Columbia Humane Society (CHS) will no longer be managing the welfare of stray, neglected, and abused dogs, or licensing dogs within Columbia County due to the County's cancellation of our contract.

The goal of El RefUgio is to improve the welfare of dogs and cats through rescue efforts, low - cost spay / neuter and vaccination clinics, and education, with a focus of rescuing and rehabilitating homeless, abandoned, and injured dogs and cats.