Patricia Ryan
Question:1250. Deputy Patricia Ryan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his plans to address the cruel practice of cropping dogs' ears; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54189/22]
View answerTuesday, 8 November 2022
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Under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013, It is illegal to crop the ears of a puppy or dog of any age. Ear-cropping is a cruel and unnecessary mutilation, causing the dog pain and suffering at the time the ears are cropped, and often leads to lifelong discomfort and recurrent infections.
We are currently undertaking legal consultation with the intention of adding additional legislative prohibitions in relation to this issue with a view to further protecting dogs and ending this practice.