How do I report a cat breeder UK?
If you feel as though your breeder has not conformed to the code of ethics that ALL of the registered breeders have agreed to follow, you can voice a complaint to the Cat Registry of Breeders, their governing body; GCCF.
Is it illegal to breed cats UK?
2 Cat breeding is not regulated in the UK. Establishments used for the breeding of dogs are currently regulated by the Breeding of Dogs Acts 1973 and 1991 and by the Breeding and Sale of Dogs (Welfare) Act 1999, under which a licence to breed is required.
Is owning two cats expensive?
*Owning multiple cats can be expensive. It doesn’t stop at food and litter. According to the ASPCA, “just the basics” of cat ownership can cost you approximately $1035 per year. * It can be time-consuming to take care of multiple cats.
Do you have to register your cat UK?
The registration process for your pet is very straight forward. All you have to do is create an account at the UK National Pet Register and then you can add your pets to the database and be issued a Pet Registration ID.
How do you know if a cat breeder is reliable?
Ways to find a good cat breeder
- Visit the breeder at home. Don’t be shy about asking to visit kittens at the breeder’s home.
- Check the overall health of the kitten.
- Gauge the breeder’s passion.
- Avoid the breeder if he’s insisting too much.
- Visit several breeders.
Are cats allowed to roam free UK?
Unlike most animals, cats have a ‘right to roam’. There are no specific laws aimed at cats fouling on land. Cat owners also have a common law duty to take reasonable steps to ensure their cats do not cause damage to someone’s property or cause injury to anyone.
Does Lucy’s law apply private sellers?
A new law, called Lucy’s Law, was introduced to clamp down on this unscrupulous trade. It now means that puppies can no longer be sold via third party puppy traders or pet shops. They can only be sold directly from the breeder.
