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Proposals for a draft Control of Dogs (Wales) Bill

Proposals for a draft Control of Dogs (Wales) Bill
This consultation gives details on our proposals to introduce legislation on out of control dogs.

Severe weather advice

Animal health, welfare and contingency advice for farmers and pet and horse owners during severe weather.

Codes of practice

Section 14 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 provides power for the National Assembly for Wales to issue Codes of Practice to promote animal welfare.

Equine disease leaflet

Information packs to raise awareness of diseases that could pose a threat to the UK equine industry.

Glossary

Glossary
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sheep dog

Welcome to the animal welfare page, which provides information on the standards of animal welfare applied in Wales.

The Animal Welfare web pages provide information on:

  • Animal Welfare Act 2006
  • Guidance on welfare in transport regulations
  • Guidance on domestic and farm animal welfare

The livestock welfare page details the Welsh Government’s commitment to ensure the welfare standards of farm animals are improved and maintained. This includes during transport, at markets and at slaughter. This section also contains information on companion/domestic animal welfare.