The Dog Law Handbook

A practical guide which draws together the considerable and diverse body of law relating to dogs and their activities. It contains a narrative summary of the law, and fully annotated primary and secondary legislation and government circulars. Essential for all whose work involves them with dog law, including local authority dog wardens and the police, as well as organisations such as kennels and dog clubs.

Part I: A Summary of the Law: Ownership and Theft; Sales of Dogs; Owners# Responsibilities under Strict Liability and Negligence Rules; Dogs and Diseases; Dogs on the Road; Trespassing Dogs; Nuisances, Byelaws and Hygiene Regulations; Dangerous and Ferocious Dogs; Dog Collars and Stray Dogs; The Rules about Killing and Injuring Dogs; Boarding Kennels and Breeding Kennels; Guard Dogs; General Welfare of Dogs; Performing Dogs; Dogs and Game; Import and Export; Part II: Acts of Parliament Relating to Dogs; Part III: Acts of Parliament Relating to Animals Generally; Part IV: Statutory Orders and Regulations; Part V: Government Department Circulars.