Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 102521
Dogs: Animal Breeding
Tabled: 2 January 2026
Answered: 12 January 2026
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when she plans to bring forward legislative proposals to end puppy farming.
Answer
Dame Angela EagleThe Government is committed to ending puppy farming and the low welfare breeding of dogs. As part of the Animal Welfare Strategy, the Government has committed to launch a consultation on dog breeding reform.