Opinion on the welfare of Dogs and Cats
04-02-2025 - 12:24

On 28 January, ENVI members considered a draft opinion on Revision of EU legislation on the Welfare of Dogs and Cats and Their Traceability.
On 7 December 2023, the Commission adopted a proposal for new rules on the welfare of dogs and cats and their traceability. The proposal would see the first EU wide minimum standards in place for the welfare of dogs and cats. The legislation aims to bring into force tighter rules to combat the illegal trade in dogs and cats by ensuring their traceability through microchipping. The proposal should also create a minimum standard in the breeding, housing care and handling of dogs and cats across the EU to ensure their welfare. ENVI members considered a draft opinion on this proposal.