Endangered Dogs Defence and Rescue

Information, Education & Advice - helping dogs in need

News and Events:

June 2008 - National Microchipping Month is organised by the Kennel Club and will take place in June 2008. Microchipping Clinics are being held across the country, this is the 6th year that the annual scheme has been running, so if your pet isn't already chipped - get along this month to one of the clinics and take the opportunity. For further information and to find out where your nearest microchippin clinic is - please visit: www.nationalmicrochippingmonth.org.uk

American Bulldog SOS - problems faced by rescues and owners as breed popularity increases, new rescue web site now online, please help raise awareness. March 2008

DDA Dog Returned - London dog owner celebrating following the return of pet dog Gem ordered registered by the Court. EDDR News. February 2008

Control of Dogs (Scotland) Bill - Alex Neil is a Member of Justice?

the Scottish Parliament (MSP) standing for Central Scotland. He has produced a proposal to 'modernise the law on dangerous dogs' and is asking for groups and individuals to contact him with their opinions, questions and comments regarding his proposal. Your dog may be affected! January 2008

Children and Dogs - Keping them both safe - Why do dogs bite? Why is adult supervision essential? Teaching dogs and children is so important, we've put together a new useful guide and will be adding further information. January 2008.

DDA Dog Returned - smelling and sore, home in time for Christmas - but what happened to Kodee? Were his needs, according to the Animal Welfare Act, met? Owner seeks answers and a police enquiry. Photos may upset. EDDR Press Release 17 December.

Seasons Greetings to you all and your dogs! - Christmas and the

New Year is a time of joy and cheer for us and our families, but can be a hazardous time for your dog(s). Here are some handy tips for you to help keep your dog happy and safe over the holidays. December 07

Pet dog Macey dies - in kennels awaiting a court hearing, leaving her family devastated and looking for answers, Press Release 23 Nov.07

Further calls to re-open the Index - Merseyside dog owner, Jackie Rushton was left upset and shocked when her pet dog, Lenny, was returned cut and bleeding following detention in kennels under the Dangerous Dogs Act legislation. Press Release 22 Nov.07

Fireworks & keeping your dog safe - Yes - it's that time of year again,here we have some survival tips for your dog and you and lots of information which may help. November 2007

Time To Review The DDA - we take a detailed look at the present situation with the legislation, why changes are needed, why the Index of Exempted Dogs needs to be re-opened, how to better protect the public and dogs plus much more. October 2007

Lucy the Dachshund is cleared. Facing a possible death sentence under the Dangerous Dogs Act, eleven months later the Magistates Court finds her not guilty. September 2007

Scottish Government Consultation - views are requested on the use of electronic training equipment on animals. Comments should be sent in by 30th November 2007, they will be analysed and assessed. Subsequently Scottish Ministers will decide on how to proceed and your comments will assist the Scottish Executive prepare and draft legislation, should this prove necessary, which would be issued for a further more detailed consultation. September 2007

Please sign the petition - to the Prime Minister, to help get the Index of Exempted Dogs re-opened to enable owner-led registration. More signatures needed Sept.07

EDDR behavioual advisor Julie Pett has worked closely with us for several years and has set up SAVED Dogs - a team of behaviourists and trainers are offering free help and advice for dogs which have been imprisoned and later returned to their responsible owners via court order - eg, as registered dogs. Owners sometimes need help when a pet dog is retuned from a kennel environment, and advice is now available from a dedicated team.

Dublin City Council Dog Ban - eleven breeds of dog including the Bull Terrier, Bull Mastiff, German Shepherd, Rottweiler and Stafford have been banned for all council properties, please sign the petition against the dog ban. August 2007

Conservative Animal Welfare - are disappointed that, yet again, the annual animal cruelty figures released today by the RSPCA have risen. Press Release issued 1st August 2007.

EDDR Review - Electric Shock Devices - we review the situation and take a look at an important issue. An outright ban is widely supported, but your help and input is needed to bring about further pressure on Government to implement change at Parliamentary level. Petition deadline approaches. July 2007

The Tenth Anniversary of the Dangerous Dogs Act Amendment - EDDR1

Ten years ago this month marks the introduction of the Dangerous Dogs Act (Amendment) which became law on the 8th June 1997. Ten years on and we take a look at where we are now with the breed specific component of the law. June 2007

Kennel Club Hosts Parliamentary Seminar -a 'dangerous dogs' seminar

and reception "to protect both the safety of the public and the welfare of dogs" took place at the House of Commons. It was sponsored by Marsha Singh MP and arranged by the KC.

EDDR News Update May 2007 - More pet dogs spared by Judge; nine family pets have been spared the death sentence and ordered by Liverpool Magistrates Court to be returned to their worried owners.

Another Day - Another Dollar - seven unwanted puppies and their mum arrive safely in rescue, foster homes and help needed for them. May 2007

Petition signatures needed - please add your signature to the Deed Not Breed petition to the Prime Minister, it's time to look to the other end of the leash!

Mans Betrayed Friend - a poem in memory of all those who have and continue to be killed for their fur and skin.

Speak Up And Be Counted - Add your name and speak out on behalf of the 8,000 healthy dogs who were put to sleep in council pounds, every signature counts.

Animal Welfare Bill becomes law - The Animal Welfare Bill received Royal Assent on 8th November 2006, having completed all stages through Parliament. It is now known as the Animal Welfare Act 2006.

CHILD SAFETY AROUND DOGS - Kennel Club holds safe and sound seminar. World renowed speaker attends. October 2007

Dog Theft Action Symposium - was entitled 'Dog Theft Future Action' and took place on 6th October 2007 at the Dogs Trust

Harefield Rehoming Centre in Middlesex. Speakers included Chris Laurence the veterinary Director of the Dogs Trust, Chief Superintendent Simon Ovens of the Met. Police, Solicitor Trevor Cooper, Sarah Fry of Pet ID and Debbie Matthews of Vets Get Scanning. full details from Dog Theft Action.

The ANVIL Ireland Animal Welfare Conference will take place on the 23rd of September, 2007. The first all Ireland Animal Welfare Conference theme is unity and moving forward to give animals the best chance of much neeeded change. Visit the ANVIL web site for full details. September 2007

Dog Train & Behave Week 28th July to 4th August 2007 - Is being organised by The Company of Animals, the event is all about training dogs and aims to raise public awareness. Top trainers have been enlisted to help, so whether you are a pet owner or a serious competitor - get involved and have some fun at the same time. For further details please visit http://www.dogtrainandbehaveweek.com/

Fireworks petition - Fireworks for Licensed Displays Only, visit the Site and support Teresa's petition, over 120,000 signatures on new petition, has been delivered to No.10 Downing Street.

Auction - The Auction has now closed - we shall have a update shortly. In aid of Staffiecross, supported by EDDR, the auction was run by our friends at the Refuge in aid of Staffycross and closed on Sunday 29th October at 8pm.

Talk on Dog Law - by Solicitor Trevor Cooper, on the evening of 18th November (2006), tickets cost £10, venue is at Leehurst on the Wirral. Contact Us for further information.

Jumble Sale - for our friends at Epsom Canine Rescue, Saturday 28th October, starts 11am at St. Clements Church Hall, Ewell-ByPass, Surrey. Jumble gladly received from 9am.