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<p>The Royal College of Veterinary Services (RCVS) is responsible for investigating
any concerns about veterinary surgeons and registered veterinary nurses. The Government
is not aware that there is any reason to replace the RCVS with an alternative body.</p><p>
</p><p>In terms of a pet owner’s charter, there are already statutory Codes of Practice
for the Welfare of Dogs, Cats, Horses and Primates made under the Animal Welfare Act
2006, which provide owners and keepers with information on how to meet the welfare
needs of these animals. We also advise anyone thinking of buying a puppy or kitten
to take certain precautions, including checking whether the breeder is signed up to
the Puppy Contract or meets the Kitten Check-List criteria which were developed by
the Canine and Feline Sector Group (a group of animal welfare, veterinary, local authority
and pet industry organisations). Prospective buyers can also check whether the breeder
is licensed by the local authority by checking the licence number on any advertisement,
which is a requirement of the new regulations on dog breeding.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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