Strengthen suitable environment criteria for dogs under animal welfare act

We would like the Government to update the code of practice for the welfare of dogs with stronger criteria set for a suitable environment for dogs, including temperature based shelter and no tethering/caging which restrict a dog's movement.

This petition closed on 23 Jun 2025 with 857 signatures


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