'Current laws leave loopholes that enable unethical and illegal dog and cat breeding'
The Northern Ireland Companion Animal Welfare Group welcomed Agriculture and Environment minister Andrew Muir’s commitment to exploring the available options for introducing Lucy’s Law in the region. This would target the third party sale of kittens and puppies.
The group, which represents nine leading animal welfare charities including the USPCA, Cats Protection, Dogs Trust, Assisi, Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary and PDSA, warned there is a rise in large-scale breeding establishments. NICAWG has also urged the public to adopt pets from rehoming organisations where possible and support responsible breeding practices.
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