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Stray-dog guidance: who to contact in England and Wales

A practical explainer of Defra’s 22 September guidance: local council responsibilities, identification and why finding a dog does not settle ownership.

Responsible dog ownership: the September 2026 report explained

What the England and Wales taskforce report covers, why it matters to dog owners, and why recommendations should not be confused with new law.