Vets Welcome Dogs Control
The Bill received cross-party support when MSPs voted in favour of the proposals, which would offer a flexible range of Control Orders providing practical measures to stop dogs getting out of control and place the focus on the owner.
The BVA has long been opposed to any proposals which single out particular breeds of dogs rather than targeting individual aggressive dogs.
Professor Bill Reilly, President of the BVA, said: “The problems caused by dangerous dogs will never be solved until dog owners appreciate that they are responsible for the actions of their animals. The BVA and BSAVA hope that the principle of ‘deed not breed’ will soon be recognised in the rest of the UK.”
Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.
