Anyone who decides to get a dog becomes responsible for that animal and will need to know about the legal requirements of owning a dog. The following guide provides useful information and guidance in relation to buying and caring for a puppy:
Deciding whether to get a puppy or dog is a big decision. It is advisable, before purchasing a puppy, to give it proper thought and to carry out some research.
Related articles
- ADCTPB Pig Text Alert Service Privacy Notice
- ADCTPB Text Alert Service Privacy Notice
- Animal welfare statistics
- Council dog summary statistics
- Council licensing of Dog Breeding Establishments
- COVID-19 Horses & Pets Guidance
- DAERA COVID-19 Q & A
- Enforcement and recent prosecution cases
- Farmed and non-farmed animal welfare
- Information for owners of pet pigs
- Introduction to animal welfare
- Pig Text Alert Service
- Water advice for livestock farmers
- Welfare of animals during transport