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Northern Ireland’s vote on training tools: what it means for dog owners and professionals
The Northern Ireland Assembly has called for a ban on the sale, use and ownership of aversive training tools. Here is what the 5 October vote agreed, why it is not a ban already in force, and what remains unclear about slip leads and exemptions.
The Responsible Dog Ownership Taskforce Report: What It Means for Dog Trainers
The government’s Responsible Dog Ownership Taskforce has recommended exploring regulation of dog trainers and behaviourists. Here is what the report says, and what it means for trainers and owners.
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