Lucy's Law approved to ban third-party puppy and kitten sales in Northern Ireland
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Lucy's Law approved to ban third-party puppy and kitten sales in Northern Ireland

3 hours ago · Originally published 10 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Lucy's Law introduced to protect pups and kittens in NI
New legislation has been passed to prohibit the commercial sale of puppies and kittens by third parties, requiring buyers to meet breeders face-to-face. By mandating that animals are seen with their mothers at the place of birth, the law aims to disrupt illegal breeding chains and improve welfare standards across the region.
Source: BBC Northern Ireland Northern Ireland
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