Category: Beware of puppy farmers

  • New RVC research finds how a puppy is purchased shapes its health later in life

    The following article is taken from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) website. New research from the RVC has revealed that puppies bought from illegal or low-welfare sources are more likely to experience health problems later in life, regardless of whether they go on to live… Read More >

  • In the last IGRC Blog, we looked into the important steps that new owners should take when deciding to welcome a puppy into their home. Choosing the right breed for your lifestyle is the first important decision. Then, you must find the right breeder who… Read More >

  • An  illegal  dog  breeder  has  been  forced  to  pay  back  the  profit  she  made  from  selling litters  of  puppies   from  her  home,  after  successful  Proceeds  of  Crime  Act proceedings by  Rhondda  Cynon  Taf  Council. Cardiff  Crown  Court  has  determined  that  Susan  Thomas,  formerly  of… Read More >

  • **UPDATE** 29th March 2016 ** Following this prosecution (please read below for full details) at the end of 2015, The Kennel Club’s Disciplinary Sub-Committee ruled that Susan Thomas would be banned for life from the KC. The KC has imposed the following disqualifications: Further details can… Read More >

  • We are rehoming more and more Italian Greyhounds every year. This increase in the number of Italian Greyhounds that need our support is largely due to the increase in the number of home breeders and commercial breeders who take a less than responsible approach to… Read More >