Patricia Ryan
Question:251. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development her plans to reform the Dog Breeding Establishment Act 2010; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26606/22]
View answerWednesday, 25 May 2022
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My Department has overall policy responsibility for the Dog Breeding Establishments Act 2010. In July 2018, following a public consultation, my Department published revised guidelines for Dog Breeding Establishments. These came into effect on 1 January 2019. There is a substantial shift in the new guidelines towards a focus on the welfare of dogs and pups. Each local authority is responsible for the monitoring of these standards with regard to the registration of such establishments.
Following a review, my Department is currently developing necessary legislative amendments to the Dog Breeding Establishments Act 2010, with a view to inclusion in the Government’s legislative programme.