Links
The following links are to useful websites where advice and guidance can be found:
Lucy’s Law and puppy farming
Lucy’s Law spells the beginning of the end for puppy farming.
GSPCA – Guernsey Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals
To prevent cruelty to all animals; to rescue animals in distress; to provide shelter for strays; to foster and encourage kindness and consideration in the treatment of animals and birds, whether domestic or wild.
RSPCA – Royal Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals
Specialise in animal rescue & furthering the welfare cause for all animals.
Advice on pet importation by the Guernsey States Veterinary Officers
Information about importing and exporting pets.
DEFRA/APHA Type-2 Transporter Authorisation
Find out what documents you need, and records you must keep, to meet animal welfare in transport requirements.
PIF – Pet Industry Federation
The Pet Industry Federation (PIF) is the membership association for the UK pet industry.
Guernsey Kennel Club
The ‘Think’ page has some very helpful guidance on finding a puppy, as well as a contact page to speak to people who own certain breeds of dog .
The Kennel Club - Find a Puppy/Rescue
Guidance on sourcing a pedigree or rescue puppy
Guidance on sourcing a pedigree kitten
Use this checklist to help you find a healthy, friendly kitten and to avoid some of the pitfalls which can occur.
