EASVO welcomes that the EP and Council reached yesterday a landmark agreement setting minimum, EU-wide rules to protect cats and dogs — the first deal of its kind! From stronger safeguards for breeding and selling, to mandatory microchipping and improved traceability, Europe is taking a major step toward ending illegal trade and ensuring better lives for our pets.
What’s new?
🔹 Regulated breeding and bans on harmful practices
🔹 Mandatory identification and microchipping for ALL cats and dogs & interoperable EU-wide databases
🔹 Better housing, care, and welfare standards
🔹 Stricter rules for imports and traceability
🔹 Stronger protection against puppy mills & illegal trade
This agreement marks a huge victory for animal welfare, consumer protection, and fair competition across the EU — and it’s only the beginning.
Read more here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_25_2808
