PUPPY FARMS AND ANIMAL WELFARE

Early day motion 1281, tabled 17 January 2011 by Martin Horwood (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 72 members.

That this House notes public concern regarding puppy farms producing animals in excess of demand; is concerned that this leads to damage to the welfare and health of dogs; further notes an upward trend in abandoned dogs and in the number of dogs being advertised in the media; is concerned that this leads to serious repercussions for dog and animal welfare shelters that deal with unwanted animals; and urges the Government to improve regulations and advertising criteria at breeding establishments and to encourage local authorities to carry out more stringent inspections to tackle this issue at source.

Signatures by party: Labour 37, Liberal Democrat 17, Conservative 6, DUP 6, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Alliance 1, Green 1, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1.