Paws for Thought

Buying a Puppy? #Pawsforthought

Deciding whether to get a puppy or dog is a big decision. It is advisable, before purchasing a puppy, to give it proper thought and to carry out some research.

Anyone who decides to get a dog becomes responsible for that animal and will need to know about the legal requirements of owning a dog.

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) have created a very useful leaflet and information on buying and caring for a puppy.

Download DEARA Leaflet

Paws for Thought

If you are thinking about getting a dog, #PawsforThought and give it some proper consideration.

Things to consider:

Do you really know where your dog is coming from? Can you be sure that the dog isn’t from an illegal breeder or been stolen?
If you decide to get a dog, consider rehoming an unwanted dog first
If you decide to buy a puppy, make sure to buy it from a reputable /licensed breeder who has made sure the puppy has had a good start in life
Once you have made the decision to buy a puppy, only buy one aged 8 weeks or more and make sure to see the puppy with its mother at its home
Never buy a dog or a pup that is delivered to you
Dogs must be microchipped at 8 weeks old, and dog owners are responsible for contacting the Council and licensing their dog
Dog owners are responsible for keeping the dog under proper control, and for meeting the welfare needs of their dog.

Licencing your Dog