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Together, we can promote the welfare of animals across Wales

The future is compassion to all

Wales introduces new regulations for selling animals as pets

A Bright Future Ahead

Work is underway to develop consistency in conditions, inspections and enforcement which will ensure that legislation delivers the intended protection to both animal welfare and legitimate breeders. Shared expertise will provide better resilience for local authorities and support for consumers and businesses alike.

Improved use of resources will ensure fairness and consistency in the industry, which will ensure improvements to the health and welfare of animals in Wales.

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Sellers

Business advice for selling animals as pets

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Helpful information for Buyers

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Code of practice for the welfare of animals

All animals' needs include:

Environment

Environment

their need for a suitable environment

Diet

Diet

their need for a suitable diet

Behaviour

Behaviour

their need to be able to exhibit normal behaviour patterns

Company

Company

any need they have to be housed with, or apart from, other animals

Health

Health

their need to be protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease

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