Scotland Adopts Dog Code

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New code of practice for getting a dog in Scotland

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Welfare of Dogs Bill aims to promote responsible ownership by making sure people understand commitment required before they take on a pet.

Within 12 months the government will need to draw up a code, effectively a checklist of questions about whether the new owner has considered whether they have the time, space and money needed.

That would then inform a certificate, to be signed by the new owners and the person they are acquiring the dog from, to underline that both sides understand the commitment involved.

The new law is a member's bill introduced by SNP MSP Christine Graham , who has been pushing for changes for seven years .

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