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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Kate Ng

Battersea criticises ‘flawed’ dog control law that puts dogs down based on breed

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Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has criticised legislation that leads to dogs being put down due to their breed rather than their behaviour.

The rescue centre and animal welfare charity is calling for a review of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, which covers orders for the destruction of dog breeds that are banned.

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