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Stop the buying/selling of puppies under 8 weeks old

Stop the buying/selling of puppies under 8 weeks old

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Started by Anonymous 14 years, 5 months ago
We, the signed, would like to see a new law making it illegal in the Uk to sell or buy a puppy under 8 weeks old. Not only do puppies need to be with their siblings to learn behaviour etc, It is also detrimental to the learning behaviour, therefore making them less susceptible to staying in a forever home when the new owner cant deal with the behavioural problems once they start...also, for the puppies requirements re: nutrients it needs from the mother for as long as possible. 


Other countries have introduced this law to help prevent unwanted puppies being put on the streets due to behaviour problems etc... We think it's about time Our country did the same.

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February 21, 2012

Seeing this grow has been exhausting but watching the momentum build proves we are fighting for something that matters. I expected to feel more relief by now but instead I just feel a heavier sense of duty to see this through to the end.

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David Spencer
14 years ago Featured

do it. 8 weeks is the bare minimum and even that feels short. stop these people from hurting puppies.

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Chloe Morrison
14 years ago Featured

my rescue dog had so many issues because he was taken too early. it isnt fair on the animal.

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Gary Yamamoto
14 years ago Featured

if u want a healthy dog u cant take it away so early. these people are ruining these animals for life just to make cash.

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Mark Walsh
14 years ago Featured

bout time. too many back yard breeders just want a quick buck and dont care about the dog at all. ban this practice now.

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Jenny Coleman
14 years ago Featured

YES. heartbreaking to see tiny pups separated too soon. they need that time for their health and social skills. stop the greed.

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Sarah Mathis
14 years ago Featured

its common sense! poor pups lose out on so much growth and teaching from mum in those first weeks. keep them together longer.

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