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19 of 22 licensed dog breeders in Singapore found to have breached tightened rules

It has been five years since the authorities embarked on a review of the pet sector in Singapore, and the pet business is bigger than ever. In the first of a series looking at breeding, ethics, medical treatments and costs in the industry, Audrey Tan and Judith Tan delve into where your cuddly puppy or fluffy kitten comes from.

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Dogs used for breeding are seen at their living area at Paw Buddies on June 14, 2024.  In 2023, Paw Buddies was one of only three licensed dog farms in Singapore that did not breach the more stringent licensing requirements, out of 22 dog farms in Singapore.

Breeding dogs at Paw Buddies, one of three facilities that did not breach the tightened licensing rules.

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SINGAPORE – All but three of the 22 facilities licensed to breed puppies for sale in Singapore were flagged in 2023 by the authorities for not complying with updated licensing requirements.

The requirements

were tightened in 2022

to boost animal health and welfare.

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