By French Bulldogs and pugs could be banned over ‘poor breeding’ environments
Popular canine breeds, pugs and French bulldogs could be banned amid poor breeding conditions, it has been reported.
Leading pet charity, Blue Cross has called for stricter policies on flat faced dog breeding due to increased health risks for the animals.
Speaking to The Sun, Becky Thwaites, Head of Public Affairs at Blue Cross said the charity has already contacted MPs to put an end to “poor breeding” of flat faced dog breeds.
She added they are “considering all options both legislative and non-legislative to achieve this” as some animals are not living happy, healthy lives.
Ms Thwaites said she does not want to see a ban in place for breeds such as pugs and French bulldogs, but she does want to see “healthier breeds”
It is understood the Blue Cross want UK dog breeders to be required to possess a certification issued by vets confirming their animal is free of any health issues, that could be passed down during the breeding process.
Flat faced breeds have risen in popularity in recent years thanks to social media and terrestrial television advertisements, which have exacerbated the number of sick dogs being bred.
According to the Kennel Club, the French bulldog population has increased by 2,747 per cent since 2004.
French bulldogs can be diagnosed with health conditions such as pulmonic stenosis, a congenital heart defect.
If pugs and French bulldogs are banned due to the poor breeding practice that some owners exhibit, the animal could be removed from you by police or a council warden.
However, the RSPCA argues dogs should not be judged by their appearance and is calling for the policy to be changed.
