DOGS VICTORIA MEMBERS UNITE

Thousands of DOGS Victoria members gathered at Sunbury Recreation Reserve yesterday in a massive show of unity calling on the Victorian Government to amend the Domestic Animals Amendment (Puppy Farm and Pet Shops) Bill 2016. DOGS Victoria members continue to be active in the campaign for change to the proposed legislation, contacting both politicians and local councils.

DOGS Victoria is the peak body representing almost ten thousand owners and breeders of purebred dogs in Victoria and shares the concerns of the Victorian Government, the RSPCA, vets and the community over the operation of unethical, so called ‘puppy farms’ and unregistered, backyard breeders. 

‘We remain committed to work with Government and sector bodies in establishing a transparent regulatory framework that meets both community and DOGS Victoria membership expectations’, says Wayne Fleming, DOGS Victoria President.

DOGS Victoria's push for a review into the legislation has resulted in the announcement of a parliamentary committee inquiry, whereby stakeholders, including DOGS Victoria, will be able to highlight concerns over the likely impact of the Bill. The Committee will make their recommendations on the Bill to Parliament on 6 December 2016.

DOGS Victoria will continue to work with Government and the sector on establishing a breeder licencing framework that will safeguard the future of pedigree dogs, ensuring that registered DOGS Victoria breeders can continue to meet the highest regulatory standards in terms of health and genetic testing, breed type and temperament whilst meeting a strict code of practice and accountability measures.