HC Deb 25 May 1972 vol 837 c437W
31. Miss Fookes

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he is satisfied with the law relating to the sale of animals as pets, especially in regard to prevention of cruelty and neglect; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lane

The Pet Animals Act, 1951, requires pet shops to be licensed by local authorities. I have no information to suggest that this control is inadequate to prevent maltreatment of animals sold through the pet trade.