European Union (EU) countries agreed this Wednesday to discuss with Parliament the final version of the law on improving the welfare of dogs and cats, which sets minimum standards at European level for the first time.
The EU Council, which brings together member states, said in a statement that the legislative proposal aims to improve the welfare of dogs and cats from breeders, while improving consumer protection, ensuring fair competition and combating the illegal trade in animals.
“The proposal does not affect individual pet owners. However, anyone wishing to place a dog or cat on the EU market will need to ensure it has a microchip for tracking purposes,” the public body explained.
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