In light of the establishment of its Responsible Dog Ownership Expert Advisory Group in 2025, what commitments it plans to make in the curr…

Following the establishment of the Responsible Dog Ownership Expert Advisory Group, a number of sub-groups were also set up. These sub-groups are currently looking at specific areas of work, including key issues such as enforcement of dog control laws, education, prevention and communication, data to inform and support dog control policy, and dog welfare. That work is ongoing and the Scottish Government looks forward to seeing the recommendations of the Expert Advisory Group in due course.Once their recommendations are available, the Scottish Government will consider how best to take forward further policy development work to promote responsible dog ownership and improve dog welfare.