Hatfield kennels fined £64,000 for not having licence
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has successfully prosecuted a local animal boarding business for not having the required licence for a second time.
Scottish government consultation reveals support for licensing of pet industry
Scottish government analysis of responses to its recent consultation on plans to introduce a licensing scheme for dog care professionals reveals public support the proposals.
Bedfordshire kennel loses licence for animal welfare breaches
Woburn Forest Kennels, in Bedfordshire, has lost its licence and been fined after receiving complaints regarding animal welfare.
Hatfield boarding business successfully prosecuted
Glendee Boarding Kennels and Cattery in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, has been successfully prosecuted by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council for not having the required licence.
Scottish government proposes to license petcare services
Licensing for dog walkers, boarders, and groomers is being considered by the Scottish government to improve animal welfare standards.
A1 Kennels and Cattery centre of slavery investigation
A1 Kennels and Cattery, based on Gatherley Road in Brompton on Swale, North Yorkshire, is at the centre of an investigation into modern slavery.
Dog Daycare Lobbying Group aims to overhaul daycare licensing
The newly-launched group is calling for businesses working in the canine sector to join the campaign in time for the planned review, due in late 2023.
Doggy daycare where puppy died ‘didn’t have enough staff to cope with number of animals’
The Doggy Day Care centre that saw the death of a 10-month-old puppy on its site had 'failed to ensure welfare needs of animals were met', a Lancaster City Council licensing committee has concluded.
Bradford Council considers dog walking licensing scheme
Bradford Council has responded to a call for a dog walking licensing scheme to be introduced in the city.