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<p>Enforcement of the rules governing the importation of animals is the responsibility
of Local Authorities. Effective enforcement relies on close co-operation between a
number of different agencies and should be intelligence led. As regards the illegal
smuggling of puppies, Local Authorities and other agencies carry out targeted interventions
at the border. To help build on this, Defra and the Animal and Plant Health Agency
are considering what steps can be taken to improve enforcement and is being assisted
by the Dogs Trust and RSCPA in this work.</p><p>Defra is also working closely with
Border Force to agree a framework for co-operation to ensure the effective enforcement
of legislation governing the import of animals, including puppies.</p>
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