Animal Welfare (Responsibility for Dog Attacks) Bill

Key Points

• Creates a duty on the person in charge of a dog to prevent fatal attacks on other dogs.
• Requires taking all reasonable steps to avoid such deaths.
• Amends the Animal Welfare Act 2006 to reflect the new duty and related provisions.
• Applies to anyone responsible for a dog (owners, carers, handlers, etc.).
• Currently at the first reading in the House of Commons (originating in the Commons) as of May 2023.

Progress

The bill is at its first reading in the House of Commons and has not yet moved to second reading or further stages.