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Endangered Dogs Defence & Rescue

The Endangered Dogs Defence & Rescue (EDDR) is a voluntary run organisation which offers free information, education and advice to help, defend and better protect dogs in need. We give advice concerning dog related legal matters and legislation affecting dogs. We promote responsible dog ownership. EDDR campaigns, raises awareness and offers support on canine welfare issues and is opposed to breed specific legislation.

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Public Consultation Launched - 'dangerous dogs' are back in the news this week as Defra announces today the launch of a public consultation on its proposals. 9th March

Time to Wake Up Defra - to repeated calls to repeal the unworkable, highly expensive Dangerous Dogs Act and end BSL. A Vote for REPEAL this general election is a vote for public safety and animal welfare. Feb. '10

Bateson Inquiry Report and Dangerous Dogs - Calls for Changes to breed ban law and responses to it. Feb. '10

The Bateson Report - After a ten month long inquiry into dog breeding, Professor Sir Patrick Bateson FRS called for a non-statutory Advisory Council on Dog Breeding, changes in the law including a requirement for all puppies to be micro-chipped prior to sale, and an up-graded Accredited Breeder Scheme. Jan. '10

Microchipping Your Dog - Has your dog been microchipped? A dog owner's guide to permanent identification. Jan '10

Cold Weather Survival Guide - for dogs and their humans. Information, advice & tips to help keep your dog happy and safe during the cold winter weather. Coping with the cold in general, snow, ice, poisons and other issues the winter can bring. Jan '10.

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Campaigns:

Repeal Breed Specific Law - the legislation has resulted in the deaths of thousands of dogs and much suffering, both human and canine, since its introduction. We believe, as do many others, that the law is unworkable, unjust and does not protect the public as the real root of the problem is irresponsible and uneducated dog owners and dog breeders.

'Puppy Farms' -You may have already heard of the phrase ‘Puppy Farming’ but are probably unaware of just how big an issue this is in the UK. You can help end puppy farming and the suffering it causes.

Better Safeguards for Seized Dogs - please support the petition to help bring about changes for seized dogs and their owners.

'Saving Bruce' Appeal - attempt to save death row dog Bruce. Held under draconian law for two years, due to die by lethal injection.

Please visit our Bruce Appeal page for information on how you can help. Support needed urgently as legal battle continues.