Simon Kirby, MP for Kemptown and Peacehaven, speakes out against the cruel and unnecessary practice of puppy farming.
Puppy farming is the mass commercial production of puppies; driven purely by profit and with no thought for the welfare of the animals involved.
Mr Kirby has urged the Government to take action to end puppy farming, and has also called for a debate on the issue to be held in the House of Commons.
He said: “Puppy farming is a cruel business, which results in animals being kept in horrific conditions and sold en masse – often riddled with painful diseases.
“Most UK dog owners would never buy from a puppy farmer, however as many as 900,000 people do so without knowing in a single calendar year. There are steps the Government can take to prevent the sale of puppies and kittens by retail outlets where the mother is not present. That would go a long way to tackling demand for puppies from farms, and send a clear message that we are determined to improve animal welfare in the UK.
“I have called on the Government to seriously consider the options available to them, and act to end this appalling trade. I will also be joining colleagues in Parliament in asking for there to be a debate in the House of Commons on this issue, so that we can bring it to wider attention.
“I know there are thousands of pet owners in my constituency of Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven who want to see better protection for companion animals and I assure them I am working for progress on their behalf.”
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