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Written Question · S5W-19629 · Session 5

What consideration it has given to Kennel Club-assured breeders being recognised as low-risk breeders in the forthcoming dog breeding regul…

Answered Asked by Richard Lyle SNP Lodged 26 Oct 2018

The question

To ask the Scottish Government what consideration it has given to Kennel Club-assured breeders being recognised as low-risk breeders in the forthcoming dog breeding regulations.

The answer

Answered by Mairi Gougeon on 7 Nov 2018 · 12 days after it was lodged, on time

The Scottish Government is currently seeking views on a modern system of licensing for breeding activities in Scotland through the public consultation on the ‘Licensing of Dog, Cat and Rabbit Breeding Activities in Scotland’. This includes seeking comment on a proposal for the exemption from inspection requirements of breeding businesses assured by an UKAS accredited body.
A copy of the consultation can be found at: https://consult.gov.scot/animal-health-and-welfare/pet-breeding-activities/

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S5W-19629 by reference.