Pet shop forced to sell only rescued dogs to combat indiscriminate breeding
As of today, pet shops can only sell puppies from approved rescues and pounds.
Click PLAY to hear the new rules:
Karen Rhodes, President of Dogs’ Refuge Home Shenton Park, told 6PR Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that she hopes this new legislation will help the overflowing rescue centres.
“We are hoping that everyone considers adoption first so many dogs and puppies are desperate for a second chance,” she said.
Hear more highlights from Perth Today below and download the 6PR app on i0S or Android to ensure you don’t miss a thing!
Image: iStock
Recent Posts
Word of the Week: how a bacteria unrelated to fish got its name “salmonella”
Its one of the most common forms of food poisoning in the world.Salmonella — a…
Therapy dog missing in Highlands for two weeks as owners continue ‘relentless search’
Golden Retriever Louie is trained to alert the family when teen Ellie Lynn is about…
Review: Kolkata HC Rules that Injury is not Essential to Prove Negligence in Dog Attack Case
In this edition of court judgments review, we look at Delhi HC’s order that quashed…
Senior Dog Dumped at 18 for Being “Stupid.” Savior Saw His Worth!
At 18 years old, Figgy the Poodle should have been enjoying soft beds, warm meals,…
Stranded, Starving, and Alone. Until a Stranger in a Kayak Changed Everything.
When Fernando took his kayak out for a peaceful paddle, he had no idea he…
Pet parrot dies in Susanville house fire, dog rescued by firefighter
SUSANVILLE, Calif. — A Susanville family is grappling with the loss of their home and…