Rejected petition Vetting New Dog Owners

Please put in place a vetting process for all new dog owners or dog owners wishing to purchase another dog and decline the owner if they fail the vetting. This is to help all dogs of any breeds go to a safe forever home where the breed will not be provoked to do something out of character.

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For example, a vetting process in place for anyone wanting to purchase a new dog or another dog.
Financial - Employment check, Annual Income, Outgoings - Can the owner afford a dog, financial stress can lead to rational decision's
Criminal Convictions - Does the owner have any previous or recent criminal convictions
Personal Information - Age, address history, people they may live with or any dependants
The vetting process is to decline anyone who is not equipped for a long term commitment

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Introduce screening process for dog owners: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/643631

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Date submitted 5 January 2024
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