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Where dogs pose a risk to others, restraint poles are an important tool. We continue to support police to embed animal welfare in enforcement practice. ","details":"Thank you for supporting this petition and for raising your concerns about the tragic incident involving Bronson. We understand how painful it is to lose a much‑loved pet, and we offer our deepest sympathies to Bronson’s owner and all those affected. Pets are an important part of family life, and we recognise the strong feelings behind this petition.\n\nAnimal welfare remains a key government priority. We expect all public bodies, including police forces, to take animal welfare into account when carrying out their duties. Police officers often have to make rapid decisions in challenging and unpredictable situations, and while incidents of this nature are rare, they can require swift action to protect people and other animals. Equipment such as dog‑restraint poles are intended to help officers manage these moments safely, though it is essential that such tools are used responsibly and appropriately.\n\nPolice forces in England and Wales operate independently. Individual Chief Constables are responsible for decisions on training, operational procedures and equipment, and for ensuring officers follow national guidance, uphold professional standards and consider animal welfare in their responses.\n\nThe government continues to work with policing partners, animal welfare organisations and experts to ensure welfare considerations are embedded across enforcement practice. We expect forces to review their policies, learn from incidents and make improvements where needed.\n\nWe are grateful to everyone who signed this petition and shared their views. 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We believe that there are no success stories where full rehabilitation and ‘cure’ has taken place with regard to sexual attraction towards minors. 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