Animal Welfare

Identifying the root of the dangerous dog problem involves joining three dots; you can teach an old dog new tricks, advocating that it is the deed of the dog, not the breed of dog, and licencing the dog owner.

What if animals could be transported in conditions where they were treated well? At very least, to the standards set out in contemporary animal welfare legislation? Animals are transported every day from homes to veterinary clinics, from town to town, and across international borders - so what is the real issue with transportation of live animals?

Are humans and animals different, or actually very similar?

The obligation of owners to provide "proper and sufficient food" and how to tell if your pet is putting on a little too much weight.

Understanding the legal definition of "animal welfare" is fundamental to understanding the law about animals. 1st Podcast Oct 2011