Will the Minister confirm how many Kennel Club assured dog breeders are based in Wales?
No data is held by the Welsh Government with regard to the number of dog breeding licences issued, held or revoked in 2014-15. Local Authorities own this information. The Kennel Club own and hold the data on how many Assured Breeders are based in Wales which is accessible on their website.
With regard to the work undertaken to educate the public about buying from responsible breeders, my officials have previously worked with the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) on this matter. The Welsh Government also commissioned the RSPCA-led review into Responsible Dog Ownership in Wales. Continuing the theme of responsible ownership, the Animal Health and Welfare Framework Group has published its Implementation Plan for 2016/17 which includes the Responsible Ownership of all animals.