P-06-1391 Introduce regulation of the dog grooming sector, to protect the welfare of dogs and rights of owners
P-06-1391 Introduce regulation of the dog grooming sector, to protect the welfare of dogs and rights of owners
This
petition was submitted by Brian Howell, having collected a total of 284
signatures.
Text of Petition:
We believe that the
establishment of clear guidelines, licensing requirements, and industry
standards will aid the welfare and safety of dogs during grooming procedures.
There's no regulatory framework at all of the sector, whether at local
authority or national level. It doesn't fall within the oversight of any
charity or the RSPCA.
The last 3 years has seen
an exponential growth in dog ownership and the businesses that service their
needs. Establishing standards is long overdue.
Additional Information:
1. Animal Welfare: It is
imperative to prioritize the well-being and humane treatment of dogs.
Regulation will promote responsible ownership, minimise stress levels, and
reduce potential harm/injury caused by unqualified/negligent groomers.
2.Training/Certification: Unregulated dog grooming has lead to untrained
individuals operating without the necessary knowledge of breed-specific needs,
hygiene practices, handling, or grooming procedures. A minimum standard of
Animal First Aid should be a pre-requisite component.
3. Health and Safety: Minimum health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe
environment. Correct sanitation, grooming equipment maintenance and compliance
with hygiene protocols, crucial in preventing the spread of
infections/parasites/diseases.
4. Licensing/Inspection: Training/insurance verification and compliance with
health and safety regulations.
5. Setting standards: Regulation offers owners an assurance of standards by
identifying qualified practitioners.
Senedd Constituency and Region
- Vale
of Glamorgan
- South
Wales Central
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Business type: Petition
Reason considered: Senedd Business;
Status: For consideration
First published: 28/02/2024