Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill
Stage: Awaiting Third Reading (HOL)
Last updated: 29 October 2025

About:
A Bill to make provision for and in connection with restricting the importation and non-commercial movement of dogs, cats and ferrets.

Sponsor:
Dr Danny Chambers, Liberal Democrat, Winchester

Date Presented:
This is a Private Members' Bill and was presented to Parliament on Wednesday 16 October 2024 through the ballot procedure. 

Current Status:
Awaiting third reading in the House of Lords

News:
The next stage for this Bill, the committee stage in the House of Lords, is 21 November 2025

Bill: