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Puppies And Dogs
Puppies and dogs, like all animals, need five things to be healthy and happy; these are called the five welfare needs. Under the Animal Welfare Act (2006) all owners need to provide these five things for the pets they keep.
The sections below give information on how to meet the five welfare needs for puppies and dogs.
Puppy and dog advice:
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Your Right Pet
Choosing 'Your Right Pet' is the most important decision a new pet owner can make.
Use our online tool to find out which animal might be the right pet for you.
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